Srinagar | October 27, 2026 : The Jammu and Kashmir government has stepped up its focus on balanced and equitable development across the Union Territory, with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chairing a meeting of the expanded Council of Ministers in Srinagar on Tuesday.
The meeting, attended by the four newly inducted ministers, focused on important proposals aimed at promoting inclusive growth and ensuring more balanced development across Jammu and Kashmir, according to the Chief Minister’s Office.
🤝 Four New Ministers Join the Council
The meeting followed the induction of four new ministers into the Council of Ministers earlier in the day. The newly inducted ministers are:
- Ali Mohammad Sagar
- Mir Saifullah
- Shamim Firdous
- Altaf Ahmad Wani (Kallo)
All four ministers are from the Kashmir Valley.
📍 Focus on Equitable Development
According to a post by the Chief Minister’s Office on X, several important proposals aimed at promoting balanced and equitable development across Jammu and Kashmir were taken up for consideration during the meeting.
The discussions come as the expanded council begins its work, with regional development and governance priorities forming part of the government’s agenda.
🌱 What Lies Ahead?
The meeting signals the expanded council’s focus on development planning across the Union Territory. The impact of the proposals will depend on the decisions taken, their implementation and the outcomes delivered for communities across Jammu and Kashmir.
