MAY 18: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reiterated his unwavering commitment to inclusive and empathetic governance during a significant public outreach program held at the Raabita Office. The event saw multiple public delegations meet the Chief Minister to share their concerns, demands, and expectations.
Addressing the people and representatives from various social, political, and civil society groups, CM Omar Abdullah assured that his administration remains deeply rooted in the principles of transparency, accessibility, and accountability. “People first, always,” he emphasized, underlining that every citizen in Jammu and Kashmir deserves to be heard, respected, and responded to with sincerity.
The Chief Minister patiently listened to grievances related to public infrastructure, employment, social welfare schemes, healthcare, and education, and issued immediate directions to concerned officials for swift and appropriate redressal. He assured the visiting delegations that their concerns would not go unheard or unaddressed.
“Every voice in Jammu and Kashmir matters. Our governance will only be meaningful when it is guided by the real needs of the people,” he said during the interaction, highlighting that public outreach and engagement are not occasional events, but an essential feature of his leadership approach.
The outreach initiative is part of a broader effort to bring governance closer to the people, ensuring that developmental policies and welfare programs are grounded in grassroots realities. CM Omar Abdullah stressed the importance of constant dialogue between the government and the citizens, asserting that true development is only possible when people are active partners in the process.
He also reaffirmed his government’s focus on delivering citizen-centric services efficiently and transparently, and called upon administrative officers to adopt a proactive approach in resolving local issues.
Citizens and delegation members expressed appreciation for the Chief Minister’s open-door policy and described the outreach as a vital channel for voicing real-time challenges. Many lauded the CM’s commitment to empathetic governance and praised his accessibility and responsiveness.
This interactive session at Raabita Office marks another step in strengthening the bridge between the government and the people, reaffirming that a responsive administration is the backbone of democracy.
