Civil Sectt welcomes new CM with grand ceremony
Omar Abdullah assumes office as CM of J&K
SRINAGAR, OCT 16: Omar Abdullah officially assumed office as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir today, marking a significant political milestone for the Union Territory.
Upon arrival at the Civil Secretariat, Abdullah was greeted with a grand reception from officers and employees, including a ceremonial guard of honour.
I’m back,” Abdullah posted on X with photographs of him in his office chair.
After settling into his office, he held an introductory meeting with administrative secretaries to outline his administration’s vision. Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, along with ministers Sakeena Itoo, Javed Ahmad Rana, Javid Ahmad Dar, and Satish Sharma, were present. Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo and Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat also attended.
During the meeting, Chief Secretary Dulloo extended a warm welcome to Abdullah and reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to supporting his government. “We are fully dedicated to fulfilling the vision of the government and ensuring the progress of the people,” he stated.
In his address, Abdullah praised the officers for their role in ensuring peaceful elections and emphasized the immense faith the people of the region have in democracy. “We must rise to the occasion and meet the expectations placed upon us,” he urged.
Reiterating a people-first approach, Abdullah acknowledged the gap that has developed between citizens and the government but expressed his commitment to bridging this distance. “Our administration’s approach will be people-friendly. We have entered the Civil Secretariat with a positive mindset, focused on delivering the best for the people of Jammu and Kashmir,” he remarked.
Abdullah emphasized the importance of democratic governance, stating, “We will work tirelessly to bring people closer to the government and its institutions.” He also expressed his willingness to collaborate closely with the officers, pledging his full cooperation and expecting the same in return.
