Jammu, February 17, 2026 : Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Monday reviewed the progress of the new Jammu and Kashmir Assembly complex, stating that the prestigious project is on track for completion by October 2027.
During an on-site inspection, the Deputy CM said the ₹113-crore complex is being developed with state-of-the-art facilities, inspired by the design and functionality of the New Parliament Building.
“If all goes as planned, the 2028 Budget Session will be held in the new Assembly complex. We are committed to completing the project within the fixed deadline of October 2027,” Choudhary told reporters.
Modern Infrastructure & Facilities
Officials briefed the Deputy CM that the complex has been designed to meet modern legislative requirements:
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Lower basement: Parking for 95 vehicles
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Upper basement: Additional parking, two canteens, and a wellness centre
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Main Assembly Hall: Seating for 130 members, expandable to 142
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Four galleries: Combined capacity of 400 persons
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Media galleries: Seating for 150 journalists
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Guest Gallery & Speaker’s Gallery: 35 seats each
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Project Revived After Years of Delay
Choudhary noted that the Assembly complex project had remained stalled for nearly 7–8 years with little progress.
“The government has revived the work with clear instructions to complete it at the earliest. Both the Speaker and the Omar Abdullah have taken personal interest in the project. The Chief Minister recently inspected and reviewed the work himself,” he said.
No Compromise on Quality
Calling the existing Assembly building a heritage structure that is now congested and unsuitable for modern needs, the Deputy CM said the new complex will offer a technologically advanced and comfortable environment for legislators.
He issued a stern warning that quality will not be compromised, cautioning officers against any collusion with contractors and asserting that strict accountability will be enforced at every stage.
Surprise Inspections of PWD Offices
Earlier in the day, Choudhary also carried out surprise inspections of PWD offices to assess administrative efficiency. He reiterated that the present government will not tolerate a culture of starting projects and leaving them incomplete.
The new Assembly complex is being seen as a major step toward modernising legislative infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir while preserving the heritage value of the existing Assembly building.
