The high-level Central team, led by Union Cabinet Secretary Ajit Seth today reviewed various ongoing centrally-sponsored schemes in Jammu and Kashmir. During its day-long visit to Jammu today, the team met Governor N. N. Vohra, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and discussed the progress of various centrally-sponsored schemes.

The issues related to hydel power projects, four-laning of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, construction of the Udhampur-Katra-Qazigund section of the Jammu-Baramulla Rail Link Project and up gradation of Jammu and Srinagar airports were also discussed. Later, in a meeting with the top brass of civil and Police administration and the top officers of Army and paramilitary forces the team also reviewed the security scenario of the State.

Advisor to Prime Minister in the National Council on Skill Development, S Ramadorai, was also part of the team. Mr. Ramadorai also met the Governor and the Chief Minister and reviewed progress on skill development initiatives for the youth of Jammu and Kashmir.

The status of implementation of Udaan, Himayat and other initiatives taken by the Centre and the State government for skill development of youths was discussed during the meeting.