MARCH 16:Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today chaired a crucial meeting of the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) to discuss the provisional calendar for the ongoing Budget Session of 2025. The meeting focused on setting a framework for the legislative proceedings and ensuring that the session progresses in a structured and effective manner.
During the meeting, a detailed threadbare discussion took place regarding the provisional calendar issued for the ongoing session. The calendar, which outlines the schedule for various legislative activities, was reviewed to ensure that all critical issues were allocated sufficient time for debate and resolution. This discussion was crucial in shaping the overall flow of the session and aligning it with the priorities of the government and the public.
Several prominent legislators attended the BAC meeting, contributing their valuable insights and suggestions. Among those present were Sunil Kumar Sharma, the Leader of Opposition; Ali Mohammad Sagar, Mubarik Gul, Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami, Gulam Ahmad, Mir Mohammad Fayaz, and Choudhary Mohammad Akram. Each legislator highlighted different aspects of the session, with a shared focus on making the ongoing Budget Session more productive and result-oriented. The legislators emphasized the importance of addressing the concerns of the general public and ensuring that discussions in the Assembly lead to tangible outcomes that benefit the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
The Speaker welcomed the suggestions provided by the members and assured them that their inputs would be carefully considered in finalizing the agenda and the schedule for the rest of the session. The aim, as articulated by the Speaker, is to facilitate constructive discussions that focus on the pressing issues facing the region, while also ensuring that the legislative process remains transparent and inclusive.
Secretary of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Manoj Kumar Pandit, along with other senior officers from the Assembly Secretariat, also attended the meeting. Their presence was instrumental in providing the necessary administrative and procedural support, ensuring that the discussions proceeded smoothly and that all logistical aspects of the session were properly addressed.
The meeting concluded with a collective commitment to making the ongoing Budget Session as productive as possible, ensuring that the needs and concerns of the public are effectively addressed through informed and strategic legislative action.