Srinagar, May 6 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah made a key statement during a review meeting with senior officials, asserting that the central government is fully committed to ensuring that the recent Pahalgam terror attack does not disrupt the region’s governance or development agenda.

"Top Leadership Committed to Development"

Referring to his May 3 meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Abdullah said the Union government does not want such attacks to become a barrier to progress.

"The top leadership of the Government of India does not want such incidents to become obstacles in the path of development. This is also our responsibility," he stated.

He acknowledged that the incident has impacted tourism but emphasized that development efforts must continue without interruption.

Security and Governance Prioritized

Abdullah directed administrative officials to take all necessary steps to ensure the smooth and safe conduct of the Amarnath Yatra, stressing that the responsibilities of civil administration must be met under all circumstances.

He urged a coordinated approach among all departments to strengthen public safety and maintain stability in the region.

Rail-to-Kashmir Project Delay Addressed

The Chief Minister also spoke about the delay in the "Rail-to-Kashmir" project, which was set for inauguration on April 19 but was postponed due to bad weather.

“The sooner we inaugurate the bridge and the train, the sooner we put an end to rumours and deliver the benefits to the public,” he said.

Six-Month Governance Roadmap

Abdullah emphasized that the next six months will be crucial in improving governance and service delivery. He urged officials to ensure that the impact of good governance is visible in the daily lives of the people.

The meeting was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Chaudhary and other senior leaders. Discussions focused on development priorities, budget implementation, and delivering efficient governance amidst ongoing challenges.