Srinagar, Sept. 12 -- The High-range Rural Development Society (HRDS India) on Thursday signed a memorandum of understanding with divisional commissioner Jammu and divisional commissioner Kashmir for building 1,500 "smart houses" damaged during Operation Sindoor and recent floods in Jammu Kashmir.

The lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha presided over the MoU signing ceremony at Raj Bhawan and lauded the endeavour of the HRDS India.

HRDS India will build 1,500 free houses across the UT. These 3-bedroom houses will be designed and delivered as a "smart house", incorporating modern features for comfort and safety.

"Construction of houses is more than just putting up structure. It is about building dreams, a fresh start and a new chapter in th...