CS calls for developing robust innovation ecosystem across J&K

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13 Nov 2025

Jammu, Nov 12: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a meeting to review the performance and ongoing initiatives of the Centre for Innovation, Technology and Governance (CiTAG), J&K, aimed at fostering innovation, enhancing public service delivery, and strengthening capacity building across government departments.

According to a statement issued here, During the meeting, the Chief Secretary reviewed the key projects and knowledge initiatives being steered by CiTAG to strengthen governance processes through innovative and data-driven interventions. He emphasized that CiTAG should act as a catalyst in transforming administrative systems through capacity enhancement, technology integration, and policy innovation.The Chief Secretary directed the expediting of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) initiatives identified by CiTAG, including the outsourcing of Hotel Ashok Jammu, Hotel Ashok Gulmarg, and the International Yoga Centre at Mantalai, to unlock their full potential through professional management and sustainable operational models.

He further reviewed various knowledge and policy outputs being developed under CiTAG’s guidance, such as the Skill Gap Study, PPP Policy Framework, Policy for Attracting Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs), Road Safety and Urban Mobility Plans, Promotion of Start-ups, and Replication of Best Practices across departments.

Dulloo stressed on the need to build a vibrant innovation ecosystem across J&K, particularly in schools, colleges, universities, and skill development institutions to nurture creativity, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving capabilities among youth.

The Director, IIM, while highlighting the progress of collaborative projects, emphasized the importance of timely delivery and institutional ownership for sustainable outcomes.