CM Omar Inaugurates Agri-Infrastructure Projects In Jammu

“Gradual and lasting transformation will come through inclusive and balanced regional development,” Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said as he inaugurated critical agricultural infrastructure projects at Talab Tillo and Narwal Fruit Mandi on Monday.

- Observer News Service

Stressing the need to bolster trade, tourism and manufacturing alongside agriculture, he underlined that such interventions are pivotal for holistic economic growth across Jammu and Kashmir.

At the Jammu and Kashmir Agro Industries Development Corporation Ltd Complex in Talab Tillo, the Chief Minister commissioned a 5,145-MT cold storage facility built with NABARD assistance. The facility features 21 cold chambers and four scientific ripening chambers with automated temperature and humidity controls, Freon-based refrigeration and solar-powered backup.

Robust insulation, SCA-DA-based monitoring and dedicated docking bays will dramatically reduce post-harvest losses and extend the shelf life of perishables.

“Our endeavour is to establish assets that benefit the maximum number of people. Infrastructure must make farmers more resilient and their produce more valuable,” he stated.