Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, May 4: A deputation from Bank of Baroda, led by its Executive Director Beena Vaheed, today called on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and discussed plans for expanding the bank’s operations across Jammu and Kashmir.
During the meeting, the delegation outlined its strategy to strengthen its presence in various parts of Srinagar and other regions, with a focus on enhancing banking outreach and contributing more actively to Jammu and Kashmir’s economic growth.
The Chief Minister welcomed the initiative and assured the delegation of the government’s full support in facilitating the bank’s expansion plans. He said the administration would extend all possible assistance to enable a greater banking footprint in the region.
He expressed hope that the proposed expansion would significantly contribute to the growth of Jammu and Kashmir’s economy, which is largely driven by agriculture and allied sectors, along with handicrafts, handloom and tourism and also help in generating employment opportunities for local youth.
The Chief Minister also advised the bank to design and promote financial products tailored to these key sectors, enabling wider access to credit and strengthening livelihoods.
Several MLAs of Kashmir valley also called on Chief Minister to appraise him of several issues related to their constituencies.
Those who met the Chief Minister include MLA Chadoora Ali Mohammad Dar, MLA Beerwah Dr Shafi Ahmed Wani, MLA Khan Sahib Saifuddin Bhat of Budgam district, MLA Pattan Javaid Riyaz Bedar and MLA Pampore Justice (Retd) Hasnain Masoodi and flagged different issues related their constituencies.
The legislators, representing different constituencies of Budgam, Pattan and Pampore areas apprised the Chief Minister of various local issues and demands pertaining to development works, civic amenities and public service delivery in their respective areas.
The Chief Minister gave a patient hearing to the concerns raised by the MLAs and assured them that all genuine issues flagged during the meeting would be addressed on priority.
He reiterated the Government’s commitment to responsive and people-centric governance, emphasizing that coordination with elected representatives remains key to ensuring effective and timely resolution of public grievances.
The Chief Minister gave a patient hearing to the concerns raised by the MLAs and assured them that all genuine issues flagged during the meeting would be addressed on priority.
He reiterated the Government’s commitment to responsive and people-centric governance, emphasizing that coordination with elected representatives remains key to ensuring effective and timely resolution of public grievances.
Meanwhile, several Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) from Srinagar city also called on Chief Minister and expressed their gratitude for the resumption of the traditional Darbar Move after a gap of several years. Those who met the Chief Minister included MLA Eidgah Mubarak Gul, MLA Habba Kadal Shamim Firdous, MLA Hazratbal Salman Sagar, MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq, MLA Lal Chowk Sheikh Ahsan Ahmed Pardesi and MLA Channapora Mushtaq Guru.
Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani was also present on the occasion.
The legislators appreciated the restoration of the traditional Darbar Move, which was resumed last year in Jammu, and the subsequent reopening of offices in Srinagar.
They observed that the revival of the Darbar Move is expected to boost economic activity, particularly in the hospitality sector, and enhance overall market vibrancy in the region.
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