J&K Plans GIS-Based Master Plans For 25 Cities Under AMRUT 2.0

The Chief Minister, in his capacity as Minister-in-charge of the Housing and Urban Development Department, informed the Legislative Assembly about a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening urban infrastructure, improving civic services and supporting livelihoods across J&K.

He said planned urban growth in J&K is being guided through master plans for the development of cities and towns. These include Srinagar, Jammu, Udhampur and Katra. The Legislative Assembly was also informed that GIS-based master plans are being prepared for 25 cities and towns under AMRUT 2.0, as part of the effort to promote structured and planned urban development.

On livelihood support for street vendors, the Chief Minister said measures have been taken in municipal councils such as Sopore. These include surveys, issuance of identity cards, development of dedicated vending zones and financial literacy camps. Under PM SVANidhi, eligible vendors can access collateral-free working capital loans cumulatively amounting to ₹90,000 across successive tranches.

The Chief Minister also gave details of steps being taken to improve water supply in Central Shalteng and adjoining areas of Srinagar. Filtration plants at Rangil and Alusteng, with capacities of 5 MGD and 5.5 MGD respectively, are under construction and targeted for completion soon. These works are being complemented by improvements to the distribution network.

For Jammu East, the Assembly was informed that upgrading of the Jammu University Nullah and Rajinder Nagar deep drain is underway to address waterlogging. The completion of these works is targeted by December 2026.

The Jammu Municipal Corporation is also carrying out door-to-door waste collection and scientific processing of municipal solid waste in accordance with applicable solid waste management rules.