Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah met with the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy at the Gulmarg ski resort, emphasizing the need for robust power infrastructure, reliable energy, and accelerated reforms in the region. The Committee briefed the Chief Minister on their visit’s objectives and discussed critical issues concerning the power sector. Abdullah reiterated the government’s dedication to fortifying energy infrastructure, improving power dependability, and fast-tracking reforms to meet the escalating demand in Jammu and Kashmir.
During the meeting, the focus was on energy infrastructure challenges, the potential of renewable energy, and the necessity to enhance power supply systems in the area. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah welcomed the Committee members, acknowledging their interest in evaluating Jammu and Kashmir’s energy landscape. He stressed the significance of continual investments in the power sector to address rising demand and ensure accessible and stable electricity for all segments of society.
Abdullah also highlighted the government’s efforts to tap into the region’s substantial hydroelectric potential and promote clean and renewable energy projects. Discussions between the Committee and the Chief Minister encompassed the various hurdles encountered by the sector. The Chief Minister assured full support from the Jammu and Kashmir Government to aid the Committee’s endeavors and implement recommendations aimed at bolstering the energy sector.
It is noteworthy that the study group, a part of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy, is responsible for scrutinizing topics related to the Ministry of Power and related sectors. MLA Gulmarg Pirzada Farooq Ahmed Shah was also in attendance during the session. Omar Abdullah has been a vocal advocate for the installation of smart meters in Jammu and Kashmir to combat electricity theft and ensure uninterrupted power supply to consumers in the union territory.
