SRINAGAR: A Parliamentary Standing Committee on Housing and Urban Affairs on Monday reviewed the progress of Smart City and urban development projects during a study visit to Srinagar.
The visit forms part of the Committee’s 2025–26 programme to assess the implementation of key urban development initiatives in Jammu and Kashmir. Members were briefed on projects related to urban infrastructure, housing, sanitation and municipal services, with discussions focusing on improving urban governance, civic amenities and the execution of flagship Government of India schemes.
The Committee also conducted field visits to several major sites, including the Jhelum Riverfront, Lal Chowk Public Square and Balidan Stambh, where members examined ongoing development and beautification works undertaken under the Smart City project.
Chief Executive Officer of Srinagar Smart City Limited, Faz Lul Haseeb, briefed the delegation on various ongoing initiatives aimed at improving public spaces, promoting pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, enhancing urban mobility and strengthening civic facilities across the city.
Members of the Committee appreciated the works executed under the Smart City programme and stressed the need for sustainable, inclusive and citizen-centric urban development. They also called for further strengthening of civic infrastructure and public services to meet growing urban demands.
The visit provided the Committee with first-hand assessment of Smart City initiatives in Srinagar and is expected to contribute to future recommendations on improving urban planning and governance in the region.
