Srinagar, Sept 22: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Monday visited the Zewan site, one of the major locations under the Prime Minister’s Development Package (PMDP), to assess the progress of transit accommodation being constructed for Kashmiri migrant employees.
Accompanied by Principal Secretary PWD, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, DC Srinagar, Relief Commissioner, Chief Engineer R&B (Central), and other concerned officers, the Chief Secretary conducted a detailed review of the ongoing works.
The Zewan project involves the construction of 936 one-BHK flats, of which 624 have been completed and 312 are at various stages of execution. So far, 703 flats have been allotted, reflecting an increase of 51 allotments since March 2025.
Dulloo reviewed the timelines for completion and was informed that 96 flats are targeted for completion by September 2025, 72 flats between October–December 2025, and 144 flats from January–March 2026. On the financial front, the revised approved cost of the project stands at Rs 197.37 crore, of which Rs 124.07 crore had been utilized up to March 2025. The remaining Rs 73.30 crore has been proposed for 2025–26, with Rs 36.65 crore already released in the current financial year.
Emphasizing timely completion, the Chief Secretary said, “This project must be completed on schedule, and the completed units should be allotted to employees without any delay.” He highlighted the strategic advantage of the Zewan site, noting that it is well-suited for employees posted in both Srinagar and Pulwama districts.
Dulloo directed executing agencies to maintain high construction standards and adhere strictly to timelines to ensure secure and dignified housing for migrant employees. He also reiterated that the UT administration is regularly monitoring all transit accommodation projects across the Valley, which have shown significant progress in recent years.
Under the PMDP, a total of 6,000 transit accommodations are being constructed for Kashmiri migrant employees at the UT level, with a revised approved outlay of Rs 1,245.38 crore. With additional funding from the UT government, the total project outlay stands at Rs 1,325.85 crore, including Rs 983.28 crore for construction and Rs 342.57 crore for allied works.
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