Budget formulation
Recently Chief Minister reiterated his government’s commitment to presenting a people-friendly budget for Jammu & Kashmir, emphasising that involvement of public representatives in budget formulation ensures people’s aspirations and needs are reflected.
In his address, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah stated, “The primary aim of these consultations is to gather valuable suggestions from prime stakeholders before finalizing the budget. We want to make sure that this budget is not just by the government, but by the people, for the people. Your voices will be represented, as you represent people of Jammu & Kashmir.”
He emphasized that the upcoming budget will not be confined to government offices alone. “You all have won your elections because people have placed their trust in you. Their expectations are linked to your leadership, and through this meeting, we aim to align the budget priorities with the hopes of those who voted and participated in the democratic process,” he told elected representatives including DDCs chairperson and MLAs.
He assured the MLAs and DDC Chairpersons that their inputs would play a crucial role in shaping the upcoming budget, reinforcing the government’s dedication to involving elected representatives in significant decision-making processes.
“These consultations are not a one-off event. We aim to establish consistent coordination with the people’s representatives, ensuring transparency and inclusiveness in governance,” he said. Reassuring the participants, he said “This consultation process will continue, and we will consult with you regularly to address your concerns and provide all possible support.”
