Jammu, November 2026 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday visited Shiv Market near Jammu Railway Station to assess the damage caused by recent fire incidents that gutted several shops, resulting in substantial property losses and affecting the livelihoods of traders.
During his visit, the Chief Minister inspected the affected premises, assessed the losses suffered by shopkeepers and interacted with them to understand their concerns and difficulties. He expressed concern over the destruction caused by the fires and the financial hardships faced by the traders.
Arun Gupta, President of the Jammu Chamber of Commerce and Industry, briefed the Chief Minister on the extent of the damage. He highlighted the losses suffered by shopkeepers due to the destruction of shops, merchandise and other business assets.
Omar Abdullah patiently heard the grievances of the affected traders and assured them that the government would extend all possible assistance to help them overcome the difficulties arising from the fire incidents.
Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Minister Ali Mohammad Sagar, Commissioner Secretary DMRRR M. Raju and other senior officials accompanied the Chief Minister during the visit.
CM Inaugurates Civil Secretariat Projects Worth Rs 1.89 Crore
Meanwhile, the Chief Minister inaugurated infrastructure projects worth Rs 189 lakh at the Civil Secretariat in Jammu, aimed at improving office facilities and strengthening administrative infrastructure following the resumption of the traditional Darbar Move.
The projects include a newly constructed pre-fabricated office accommodation block, developed at an estimated cost of Rs 158.09 lakh under the CAPEX budget.
He also inaugurated a renovated reception hall at the entrance gate of the Civil Secretariat. The renovation was completed at a cost of Rs 31.10 lakh under the Maintenance and Repairs (M&R) component.
The inauguration marks another step towards improving infrastructure and creating a better working environment at the Civil Secretariat following the reopening of government offices in Jammu under the traditional Darbar Move.
During the programme, concerned engineers briefed the Chief Minister on the projects, explaining the facilities created and the infrastructure developed as part of the works.
Omar Abdullah also inspected the newly developed facilities and reviewed the arrangements made to ensure the smooth functioning of offices at the Civil Secretariat.
The new infrastructure is expected to provide improved working facilities for government employees while creating a more convenient reception environment for visitors and members of the public.
Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Acting Chief Secretary Shailendra Kumar, Commissioner Secretary Estates M. Raju, Revenue Secretary Avny Lavasa, Director General Estates Jammu Mushtaq Ahmed and other senior officials were present during the inauguration.
Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary also attended the programme.
