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Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary Reviews Progress of Sanat Nagar Flyover, Directs Timely Completion

November 8, 2025 by NOK Desk

Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary today visited the site of under-construction Sanat Nagar Flyover here and took on-spot assessment of overall progress and ongoing works of the project.

The Deputy CM was accompanied by MLA Chanpora, Mushtaq Ahmad Guroo; Chief Engineer R&B, Superintending Engineer, Executive Engineer, and other senior officers of the R&B department.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

Taking a detailed appraisal of the work, the Deputy Chief Minister directed the officers to speed up the pace of works and ensure timely completion of works on this much-awaited flyover so that it can dedicated to public use within this month. He said that the project holds great significance for easing traffic congestion and improving road connectivity in Srinagar city.

Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister said the government is fully committed to completing all languishing and ongoing projects across Jammu and Kashmir in the shortest possible time.

“Several projects that were pending for years have now been completed, including the Qamarwari Bridge, while many others are in their final stages. At the same time, new projects are being launched, like the widening of Boulevard Road to further improve road infrastructure and provide better facilities to the people,” he said.

Later, the Deputy Chief Minister also visited the Nowgam Bridge to inspect the condition of the road facility. He directed the engineers to take immediate measures for repair and maintenance to ensure smooth movement of traffic for public ease.

The Deputy Chief Minister appreciated the efforts of the executing agencies and asked them to continue working with dedication and sense of responsibility so that developmental works are completed within the stipulated timelines.

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J&K Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary Confident of NC Victory in Nagrota, Says People Trust Omar Abdullah’s Leadership

October 20, 2025 by NOK Desk

Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Monday exuded confidence in his party winning the Nagrota seat by-election and said that the people will vote for National Conference’s candidate as they have faith in the party.

“JKNC has bestowed their trust on Shamim Begum for the by-election to the Nagrota Assembly constituency…We will surely win the elections as the people of J&K have faith in the JKNC…By reviving the Darbar Move, J&K CM Omar Abdullah has revived the economy of the J&K,” Choudhary told reporters.

Earlier today, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah accompanied National Conference Budgam Assembly by-election candidate Agha Syed Mehmood to the nomination filing.

Speaking to the reporters outside the venue, J-K CM Omar Abdullah admitted that he never wanted to contest the election on two seats, one of which was the Budgam Assembly constituency, which he vacated later, necessitating a by-election.

Omar Abdullah extended his complete faith in Agha Syed Mehmood for the bypoll, scheduled for November 11.

“We hope Agha Mehmood will get a resounding win from here. Farooq Abdullah discussed with party members and decided that Agha Mehmood will be the National Conference’s candidate in this by-election. We had no rush. We have decided on the first day who will fight the election,” Omar Abdullah said.

“I have never kept Budgam people in deceit. I was forced, even though I never wanted it. I left the seat but not the development of Budgam,” Abdullah said.

Omar Abdullah had won both Ganderbal and Budgam seats comfortably in the 2024 Assembly election against the PDP.

NC’s Agha Mehmood will be up against PDP candidate Aga Syed Muntazir Mehdi. AAP has also fielded Deeba Khan from the constituency.
On October 6, the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced that by-elections for eight assembly constituencies across seven states and Union Territories will take place on November 11.

The counting of votes for the by-election is scheduled for November 14. These by-elections are being held to fill vacancies caused by various reasons such as resignations, deaths, or disqualifications.

The by-elections will take place in Jammu and Kashmir’s Budgam and Nagrota districts, Rajasthan’s Anta district, Jharkhand’s Ghatshila district, Telangana’s Jubilee Hills district, Punjab’s Tarn Taran district, Mizoram’s Dampa district, and Odisha’s Nuapada district. (ANI)

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Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary Visits Kathua Relief Camp, Assures Full Support to Cloudburst-Affected Families

August 18, 2025 by NOK Desk

Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary today visited the relief camp established at SIDCO Ghati Industrial Estate, Kathua to take stock of arrangements being extended to the families affected by the recent cloudburst.

The Deputy Chief Minister interacted with the displaced families, heard their concerns and assured them of full government support.

“The government stands shoulder to shoulder with the affected families in this hour of crisis. Every possible measure will be taken to ensure their immediate relief and long-term rehabilitation,” the Deputy Chief Minister said while addressing the victims at the relief camp.

During the visit, the Deputy Chief Minister also inspected the nearby bridge connecting the adjoining villages of Ghati which was damaged in the incident. He directed the concerned authorities to take up immediate restoration work. “Restoration of connectivity is the top priority and the administration has been directed to execute works on war footing,” he asserted.

The Deputy Chief Minister also visited the Military Hospital Pathankot where he enquired about the well-being of the injured admitted following the Ghati cloudburst. He appreciated the timely response of the medical staff and instructed them to provide best possible treatment to the injured till their full recovery.

Later, the Deputy Chief Minister visited Government Medical College Kathua where he met the injured and families affected by cloudbursts and flashfloods at Jakhole and Janglote. He assured them that all necessary assistance including medical care and rehabilitation support, will be extended without delay.

“The safety and well-being of the people is our foremost concern. The Government will leave no stone unturned in providing relief and rebuilding the damaged infrastructure,” the Deputy Chief Minister reaffirmed.

He also directed the district administration to maintain round-the-clock monitoring in all calamity-hit areas and ensure timely assistance to the affected population.

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DyCM Surinder Choudhary Calls Vande Bharat in Srinagar a Dream Fulfilled, Hopes for Prosperity and Statehood

June 11, 2025 by NOK Desk

Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Tuesday said that the arrival of the Vande Bharat train in Srinagar marks the fulfillment of a long-awaited dream that even the ancestors of Jammu and Kashmir couldn’t see.

Speaking to reporters at Nowgam railway station after taking a ride in the Vande Bharat train alongside National Conference leader Dr. Farooq Abdullah, DyCM Surinder Choudhary called the moment historic and emotional.

“In the history of Jammu and Kashmir, there is a moment that our ancestors could not give,” he said. “But we are fortunate that the wishes of our ancestors have been fulfilled because the train started from Katra and reached Srinagar.”

He prayed that the train service would soon expand across the Kashmir. “We will pray that this train will reach many parts of Jammu and Kashmir and through this train, J&K will progress and reach heights we could not achieve in the last 75 years,” he said.

Choudhary also said the train would create new employment opportunities for youth and boost local industry. “With the arrival of this train, the employment of our children will increase, and industry will also grow,” he added.

Highlighting the importance of tourism for Kashmir, he said the train would help the Kashmir’s largest industry. “Tourism, our biggest industry, especially in Kashmir, will benefit. The train is safe, and unlike roads which get closed or air travel which is costly, this will be a cheap and reliable option.”

He also spoke about the emotional and cultural connection this development will create. “The poor who dream of seeing Kashmir will now be able to visit. They will experience the real Jammu and Kashmir, its brotherhood and unmatched hospitality,” he said.

“The world may see a different picture, but the people of Jammu and Kashmir are peace-loving,” he said. “They are still the people who live in a place where even the lion and the goat drink water together.”

“We’ve seen the train reach here, and now we pray that statehood will also return with it,” he added.

J&K Government Investigates Cause of Mysterious Deaths in Rajouri’s Budhal Village: Dy CM Surinder Choudhary

January 23, 2025 by NOK Desk

The Jammu and Kashmir government, along with the central government, is making all possible efforts to identify the cause behind the recent deaths in Budhal village of Rajouri district.

Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary stated that the government is utilizing all available resources and is hopeful of finding the cause soon.

Addressing the media, Choudhary expressed deep concern over the worsening situation in Rajouri, terming it as a “misfortune.” He assured that the administration is working tirelessly to assist affected families and support officers involved in the investigation.

“The situation in Rajouri is very bad. We are doing our best to help the officers, the government, and the people suffering from the same issues. If anyone has any questions, they are welcome to visit my office,” Choudhary said.

LHe further informed that the Union Home Minister has formed a special team from Delhi to investigate the matter in coordination with the local administration.“We are working together with the Delhi government to understand why people are dying. No one wants such incidents to happen—neither the public nor the government. I visited a hospital where a girl had passed away recently, and her father pleaded with me to save her life, but unfortunately, we couldn’t,” he added.

Choudhary said the entire administration, including the Chief Minister and central authorities, are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives. He emphasized the need to identify the root cause swiftly and assured that prayers are being made for a resolution.

Scientific teams and medical experts have been deployed to study possible causes, including environmental factors and herbal remedies. The Deputy Commissioner of Rajouri has been stationed in the affected area, overseeing relief efforts and setting up emergency camps.”The government is very serious about this issue, and we hope to achieve results soon,” Choudhary affirmed. (KNS)

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Effective mechanism in place for redressal of public issues: J&K Dy CM Surinder Choudhary

December 18, 2024 by NOK Desk

Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today said an effective mechanism has been put in place for prompt redressal of issues being faced by the public.

“Necessary instructions have been issued to the concerned officers to ensure that the public grievances are redressed on priority and developmental initiatives are speeded up”, maintained the Minister.

The Deputy Chief Minister was interacting with scores of deputations who called on him today to project their issues and concerns related to their respective areas besides service related issues.

A deputation of National Youth Corps raised the issue of regularisation of their services besides highlighting other service related issues.

Another deputation of Kashmiri PM package aspirants demanded de reservation of vacant reserve category posts.

Similarly, a deputation of National Health Mission employees of Doda district demanded honorarium enhancement besides better service conditions.

A deputation of Sainik Colony residents demanded improvement in the vicinity areas besides macadamisation of link roads.

Meanwhile, Legislators, former Sarpanchs and individuals from different areas also called on the Deputy Chief Minister and projected development and other issues of their respective constituencies and areas.
The Deputy Chief Minister assured the deputations that the issues projected by them would be redressed on priority basis.

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Resolution for J&K Special Status a Reminder to New Delhi to Fulfill Promises: Dy CM Surinder Choudhary

November 6, 2024 by NOK Desk

Jammu and Kashmir’s Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary called the resolution passed for the restoration of the J&K’s special status as “a reminder to New Delhi about the promises made to the people of J&K on the floor of Parliament.”

Earlier, the J&K Assembly had passed the resolution demanding the re-establishment of Article 370 for the former state.The decision sparked intense debate, with opposition leaders from the BJP denouncing the move as “anti-national” and leading to a commotion that ultimately forced the session to adjourn.

Speaking to KNS exclusively, Choudhary said that Union Home Minister Amit Shah had promised in Parliament that statehood would be restored in J&K.”We are committed to strengthening Indian democracy, and we have voiced the desires of the people and youth of J-K,” Choudhary asserted.

He questioned why states like Bihar and Himachal Pradesh could receive such promises, while Jammu and Kashmir was excluded.

Choudhary went on to criticize policies that, according to him, have sold local lands, rivers, and industrial spaces, causing economic setbacks and leaving local youth jobless while non-residents benefit from the region’s resources. (KNS).

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NC leader Surinder Choudhary Says Jk Polls was Battle was between Truth, Lie not between BJP and NC

October 10, 2024 by NOK Desk

After the Congress-NC alliance emerged victorious in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections, National Conference leader Surinder Choudhary said that the JK polls was between the truth and lie not between BJP and NC.

Surinder Choudhary won JK polls from Nowshera constituency against BJP President Ravinder Raina by a margin of 7819 votes.

The NC leader said, “This battle was not between PM Modi and Farooq Abdullah, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Farooq Abdullah and between BJP and National conference. It was between the truth and the lie. It was between Ravinder Raina and Surinder Choudhary…It seemed like this election was not between me and Ravinder Raina but between me and the whole civil administration here.”

In Jammu and Kashmir National Conference-Congress alliance secured an absolute majority in the Union Territory by winning 49 seats, with the former taking 42 and the latter 6 seats.

Earlier, NC MP Ruhullah Mehdi on Wednesday asserted that the process for forming the government has begun.

Speaking to media persons, JKNC MP Ruhullah Mehdi said, “… Everyone will come to know about the government formation within a day or two… The process for forming the government has begun…”
Meanwhile, JKNC Vice-President Omar Abdullah said that whenever a government is formed in Jammu and Kashmir, it should pass a resolution and begin talks with the union government to restore the region’s statehood.

“Once the government is formed, it should pass a resolution and then engage in talks with the Prime Minister, Home Minister, and other ministers in Delhi,” he stated.

He further emphasized that they would make every effort to work harmoniously with the Lieutenant Governor (LG) for the benefit of the people.

“We do not seek major confrontation between the LG and the government. Instead, we aim for peaceful cooperation and to work for the people until we regain our rightful status as a state. We hope to restore statehood as soon as possible,” he added.

Omar Abdullah further noted that it was too early to determine the government’s priorities, as the party leader and alliance leader were yet to be chosen by the representatives.

Omar Abdullah assured that the future government would work for all citizens, including those who voted for the BJP and those who abstained from voting.

“We are not the type to seek revenge on those who didn’t vote for us. The upcoming government will represent the Congress, the National Conference, the BJP, and even those who abstained from voting. In Srinagar, only 20 per cent voted–should we ignore the remaining 80 per cent? They too deserve the benefits of governance. Similarly, the people of Jammu, who voted for the BJP, also have the right to benefit from the government,” he said. (ANI)