SRINAGAR, September 29, 2026 – The Jammu and Kashmir Government informed the Legislative Assembly that it has successfully accommodated an overwhelming majority of the developmental projects proposed by recently elected legislators, approving 46,237 out of the 46,998 works recommended by MLAs for inclusion in the District Capex Plans for the financial year 2026-27. This massive inclusion underscores a significant administrative shift in the Union Territory, wherein MLAs have now been entrusted with the direct responsibility of submitting proposals and projects under the UT Capex Budget—a critical developmental role that was previously assigned to District Development Council (DDC) members during the absence of an elected assembly. Highlighting the scale of this grassroots development push, the government noted that each Assembly constituency is expected to receive funding in the range of ₹30 to ₹40 crore. Consequently, legislators have been urged to prioritize impactful, large-scale projects such as healthcare infrastructure, road connectivity, and agricultural facilities, rather than focusing on minor works like tiled lanes and drains, which are already adequately covered under schemes like MGNREGA.
In addition to the primary MLA recommendations, the government revealed that 5,875 out of 9,800 works proposed under other associated developmental categories and schemes have also been successfully integrated into the finalized plans. Providing an update on the progress of these initiatives, officials stated that the formally approved District Capex Plan works are currently at various stages of active execution across the Union Territory. However, to ensure the qualitative and timely completion of these vital infrastructure projects, the administration has implemented stringent financial safeguards specifically targeting abnormally low bidding practices. The government explained that this critical regulatory measure is strategically intended to mitigate the prevalent risks of non-performance, unauthorized abandonment, and prolonged delays in the execution of civil works. By enforcing these strict tendering protocols, the administration aims to ensure that the allocated developmental funds effectively translate into tangible, high-quality public assets on the ground, delivering visible governance and fulfilling the immediate infrastructure requirements of the local population.
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