Jammu, Mar 6 (KNS): Deputy Chief Minister Dr. Nirmal Kumar Singh and Abdul Rehman Veeri Friday assumed the charge of office as Minister for Power Development and Housing and Urban Development and Minister for Horticulture, Haj and Auqaf respectively.
Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister said the new government is steadfast on the resolve to provide a transparent and responsive administration in the state and all out efforts would be initiated to address aspirations of the people. He said the government would work for overall peace, progress and prosperity of the state.
On the occasion large number of people from different walks of life called on Dr. Nirmal Singh and extended greetings on formation of new coalition government in the state. They expressed whole hearted support to the government and hoped that the new dispensation would take the state to heights of development and prosperity.
Veeri after assuming the charge said that the government will encourage farmers engaged in horticulture cultivation for producing high-quality fruit products to fetch attractive returns. He said horticulture is the mainstay of the state’s economy and all efforts will be made to promote this vital sector. “In the era of competition in the market, quality control is a must and we have to focus on this area to maintain the credibility of State’s horticulture produce, he asserted.
The Minister asked the officers to furnish their requirements, if any, to the Ministry so that these could be fulfilled to enhance the efficiency and working capabilities of the organization.
Veeri said that all ranks of the force form the organization and each member of the Organization has to work with dedication making public service their motive. He called upon the authorities concerned to come up with innovative ideas and plans for further growth of horticulture in the state.
The Minister said that horticulture sector is backbone of States economy and this sector would remain among the prime priorities of the present Government. He said various schemes have been introduced to increase the horticulture produce besides ensuring availability of advanced techniques to improve and maintain quality.
The Minister also stressed upon the concerned officers to personally monitor on-going projects being implemented under various schemes across the State, adding that proper monitoring, judicious utilization of funds and optimal use of the resources will ensure timely completion of these projects which will benefit the farmers at the grass root level.
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