Udhampur's Development: Jitendra Singh Unveils Major Milestones
Key Takeaways
ATR flights to commence within six months.
Full-scale airport project initiated.
Enhanced healthcare services at the Army Command Hospital.
Economic boost through food entrepreneurship .
Infrastructure improvements including road upgrades .
Jammu, April 6 (NationPress) Jitendra Singh, the Minister of State for the Prime Minister's Office and Lok Sabha representative from Udhampur, Kashmir, unveiled significant developmental initiatives for the Udhampur region on Monday. These initiatives include plans for an ATR flight to commence within six months, followed by the establishment of a complete airport.
Singh shared on X today, “Highlights from the Udhampur DISHA meeting include:
“Aviation advancement: The process for land transfer to facilitate a full-scale civilian airport has commenced. In the meantime, tenders have been issued for the construction of a temporary block on the current site to initiate the ATR flights in about six months.”
“Healthcare enhancement: The Army Command Hospital will start providing regular super-speciality services to civilians, greatly improving access to advanced medical treatment in the area.”
“Economic uplift through food entrepreneurship: An innovative project focused on the traditional milk product ‘Kaladi’ is being undertaken by the advanced ‘Food Technology and Research Institute’ based in Mysuru, Karnataka. This initiative aims to create a variety of Kaladi’s extended shelf-life recipes that will be offered through prominent food chains domestically and internationally.”
“Agricultural innovations: Lavender farming, which began in Bhaderwah, is now expanding to the higher regions of Latti.”
“Infrastructure improvements: Upgrades on the Dhar Road have been initiated.”
“The Express Road Corridor connecting Delhi to Katra is nearing completion.”
“An ambulance has been provided to the Government Medical College, Udhampur, funded by the MP Fund.”
Since 2024, Singh has held the position of the 18th Minister of Science and Technology and the 12th Minister of Earth Sciences. He oversees the Prime Minister's Office, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, as well as the Departments of Atomic Energy and Space.
He was elected to the 18th Lok Sabha from Udhampur with a remarkable majority of 124,373 votes, having won all three Lok Sabha elections he contested for the Bharatiya Janata Party in 2014, 2019, and 2024.
As a national executive member of the Bharatiya Janata Party, he also served as the chief spokesperson for Jammu and Kashmir.
Singh secured the Udhampur seat in the Indian general elections of 2014 and 2019, achieving the highest margin of votes for the 16th and 17th Lok Sabhas. He successfully retained his seat in 2024 for the 18th Lok Sabha.
Point of View
Highlighting the government's commitment to improving infrastructure and healthcare services in the region. The initiatives not only aim to boost local economy but also enhance the quality of life for residents.
NationPress
9 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key developmental announcements for Udhampur?
Key announcements include the initiation of ATR flights within six months, plans for a full airport, enhanced healthcare services at the Army Command Hospital, and agricultural innovations like lavender farming.
Who is Jitendra Singh?
Jitendra Singh is the Minister of State for the Prime Minister's Office and a Lok Sabha member representing Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir. He has been elected multiple times for the Bharatiya Janata Party.
What improvements are being made in healthcare in Udhampur?
The Army Command Hospital will start providing regular super-speciality services to civilians, significantly improving access to advanced medical care in the district.
How will the local economy benefit from these initiatives?
The development of food entrepreneurship projects like Kaladi will enhance local businesses, while improved connectivity and infrastructure will attract more investments.
What infrastructure projects are being undertaken?
Infrastructure projects include the upgrading of Dhar Road and the nearing completion of the Express Road Corridor from Delhi to Katra.
