New Delhi, Dec. 20 -- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister has held a meeting with Union Minister of Jal Shakti C.R. Patil to discuss key issues related to the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in the Union Territory.

During the meeting on Friday, the Chief Minister raised the issue of early release of pending Central funds to clear work-done claims and to restart several stalled JJM schemes, many of which are at an advanced stage of completion. He emphasised that timely financial support is crucial to ensure the uninterrupted progress of drinking water supply projects in rural J&K.

The Chief Minister assured the Union Minister that the J&K Government will ensure the timely execution of works, close monitoring at all levels, an...