Srinagar, Mar 1: In a crucial political development ahead of the upcoming Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah met Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday morning. The high-level meeting focused on key issues concerning the administration and financial roadmap of the Union Territory, an official spokesperson confirmed.
The Budget Session, set to commence on Monday, marks a significant milestone as it will be the first budget presented by the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government since assuming power on October 16 last year. With growing expectations from various sectors, the session is anticipated to set the tone for the new government’s policy direction and governance priorities.
During the meeting, Abdullah and Sinha reportedly deliberated on critical financial allocations, developmental projects, and governance challenges facing the region. Sources indicate that discussions also touched upon infrastructural development, economic revival, and welfare initiatives aimed at addressing public grievances.
The Budget Session holds added significance as the government seeks to fulfill its pre-election commitments while navigating the complex political and economic landscape of Jammu and Kashmir. Political observers view this budget as a test of Abdullah’s administration’s ability to steer the region toward stability and growth amid evolving challenges.