SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday inaugurated the renovated Jammu and Kashmir House at Amritsar in Punjab, upgraded to provide affordable accommodation to residents of J&K visiting the city, particularly patients and their attendants.
The heritage property, located at 2-Court Road, Amritsar, has been comprehensively renovated with modern amenities and infrastructure. The renovation work began in October 2025 and was completed at an approximate cost of Rs 2.30 crore.
The works included civil and electrical upgrades, interior improvements, guest amenities, external development and other allied infrastructure.
The upgraded facility comprises four guest rooms, each with attached dressing areas and washrooms, besides a common sitting lounge, dining area and kitchen.
Located in proximity to major hospitals and other important destinations in Amritsar, the J&K House is expected to provide a support facility to patients and their attendants travelling from Jammu and Kashmir for medical treatment.
The facility will also cater to students, pilgrims and other visitors from J&K travelling to Amritsar.
During his visit, the Chief Minister inspected the renovated facilities and directed the concerned officers to ensure high standards of hospitality, cleanliness and upkeep.
Speaking on the occasion, Omar said the facility would help ease the difficulties faced by patients and their families who have to travel outside Jammu and Kashmir for medical treatment.
He said the renovated house would also provide a convenient and affordable place to stay for other residents of J&K visiting Amritsar.
The Chief Minister appreciated the departments and officers involved in the renovation and stressed the need for proper maintenance of the facility.
Omar was accompanied by his Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Resident Commissioner J&K Ramesh Kumar, Secretary Hospitality and Protocol Avny Lavasa, Additional Resident Commissioner Anil Sharma and senior officers of the J&K and Punjab governments.
