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Committed to employees’ welfare: CM Omar

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  • 02 May 2026

Inaugurates 368 govt quarters in Pampore

Pampore, May 01: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday reiterated his government's commitment to providing suitable family accommodation to employees, saying that strengthening employee welfare remains a key governance priority. He said efforts are underway to further augment residential infrastructure in a phased manner across Jammu and Kashmir.

Omar inaugurated 368 newly constructed residential quarters for government employees at Sempora in Pampore, developed across 23 blocks at an estimated cost of ₹90.65 crore. Constructed by the Estates Department, the project marks the completion of a major residential infrastructure initiative aimed at strengthening government housing facilities in the Kashmir Valley.

The residential quarters will particularly benefit a large section of Darbar Move employees, many of whom have faced persistent challenges in securing suitable accommodation for their families over the years. The availability of these units is expected to reduce dependence on private housing and improve overall working conditions by ensuring stability and convenience.

The project assumes added significance in view of the restoration of the annual Darbar Move by the present government, which has revived the need for adequate residential facilities for employees relocating between Jammu and Srinagar.

The CM inaugurated the Estates Quarters and inspected the newly constructed residential flats, including 2BHK and 3BHK units. He also visited the canteen and mess facilities and was briefed by senior officers of the Estates Department on upcoming and proposed housing projects.

With its completion, the quarters are expected to significantly enhance the availability of accommodation for government employees and help ease the long-standing shortage.

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister emphasised that residential accommodation plays a crucial role in enhancing productivity and morale among government employees, adding that the government will continue to invest in infrastructure that directly impacts their well-being.

Highlighting the importance of efficient project management, the Chief Minister stressed the need for the timely execution of public infrastructure works. He directed the concerned departments to ensure optimal utilisation and proper maintenance of the newly created facilities so that they continue to serve employees effectively in the years to come.

Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, MLA Pampore Justice (Retd.) Hasnain Masoodi, Additional Chief Secretary Estates Shaleen Kabra, Deputy Commissioner Pulwama Dr Basharat Qayoom, Director Estates Ashwini Khajuria, along with senior officers, engineers, and other concerned officials, were present on the occasion.

 

 

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