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#TodayWithTheChiefMinister • Reforming Public Examinations: Chief Minister chaired a meeting with the High-Powered Task Force on Examination Reforms, emphasising zero tolerance for malpractice, greater use of technology and comprehensive examination reforms. • Focus on Anantnag West: MLA Abdul Majeed Bhat called on the Chief Minister at the Civil Secretariat, Jammu, to discuss ongoing development works and public welfare priorities. • Advancing Gulmarg’s Priorities: MLA Pirzada Farooq Ahmad Shah called on the Chief Minister and raised key developmental and public welfare matters concerning his constituency. • Addressing Samba’s Needs: MLA Surjeet Singh Slathia called on the Chief Minister at the Civil Secretariat, Jammu, to discuss local development issues and public demands. • Condemning Kishtwar Killings: Chief Minister strongly condemned the killing of SPOs Rashpal Kumar and Babi Chand in Kishtwar and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. • Children’s Day Interaction: Ahead of Children’s Day, young students from International Delhi Public School Juniors, Jammu, called on the Chief Minister, who interacted warmly with them and extended his greetings. • Strengthening Healthcare at SKIMS: Director SKIMS called on the Chief Minister at the Civil Secretariat, Jammu, and briefed him on patient care services and initiatives to upgrade hospital facilities. • Inclusive Community Welfare: A delegation of the All J&K Christian Sabha called on the Chief Minister at the Civil Secretariat, Jammu, and raised key welfare concerns of the community.

Chief Minister today chaired a meeting of the Council of Ministers in Jammu, deliberating on key proposals aimed at strengthening public welfare, accelerating equitable development and advancing transparent, responsive and effective governance across Jammu & Kashmir.

Chief Minister today inaugurated the 22nd All India Vice-Chancellor T-20 Cricket Tournament for staff members at SKUAST-Jammu. The event brings together 24 university teams and around 500 participants from across India. ​The Chief Minister commended SKUAST-Jammu for hosting this national tournament, noting that such events help J&K showcase its hospitality, capability, and sporting spirit while building pan-India institutional bonds. ​Highlighting that active participation by university staff sends a strong message on fitness across all age groups, the Chief Minister urged all players to compete with enthusiasm, fairness, and the highest standards of sportsmanship. On this occasion, the Minister for Agriculture Production @JavedDar_NC and Minister for Youth Services and Sports @mirsaifullah_ were also present.

Chief Minister today chaired a meeting with the High-Powered Task Force on Examination Reforms, which was attended by the Minister for Health and Medical Education, @sakinaitoo , Minister for School and Higher Education, and senior officers of the administration. The Chief Minister reaffirmed the Government's commitment to ensuring safe, secure, fair and transparent public examinations. He emphasised zero tolerance for any malpractice, greater use of advanced technologies, including AI, and improved accessibility through additional examination centres in remote areas. The Chief Minister also stressed the need for student-centric reforms, uniform examination protocols, prompt grievance redressal, sharing of best practices and stronger coordination between J&K and national-level examination institutions.

#TodayWithTheChiefMinister • Reviewing Udhampur's Growth: Chief Minister chaired a district review meeting in Udhampur, directing expedited project execution and regular scheme monitoring. • Accelerating Reasi's Progress: Chief Minister chaired a review meeting in Reasi to boost connectivity, improve public services, and ensure winter preparedness for remote areas such as Mahore. • Dedicating ₹25 Cr+ Projects: Chief Minister dedicated key infrastructure worth over ₹25 crore across Udhampur and Reasi, including the Chassana power station and Centre of Excellence For Farming.

Chief Minister chaired a comprehensive district review meeting in Udhampur today to assess the progress of developmental works, winter preparedness and delivery of essential public services. The review covered key sectors, including roads and infrastructure, health, education, power, Jal Shakti, agriculture, rural development, industries, youth services, and food and civil supplies. The Chief Minister directed officials to accelerate the execution of ongoing developmental works across departments, with particular emphasis on improving physical progress and financial utilisation. He called for fortnightly reviews of projects under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) to ensure timely completion and full utilisation of allocated funds. He further directed the timely release of funds under various development and relief schemes, particularly the Constituency Development Fund (CDF), to ensure that benefits reach the people without delay. The Chief Minister also instructed district officials to expedite pending forest clearances in accordance with prescribed rules to prevent delays in project execution. Cabinet Ministers, Advisor to Chief Minister, local MLAs, Chief Secretary and senior officers attended the meeting.