JAMMU, Feb. 23 -- Ashwani Kumar today assumed the charge as Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) of the Power Development Department at Civil Secretariat here today.

The ACS held an introductory meeting with senior officers to review the functioning, ongoing projects and key issues of the department.

Ashwani Kumar had a detailed discussion with the Chief Engineers and senior functionaries, focusing on strengthening power infrastructure, improving transmission and distribution efficiency, and ensuring reliable and quality power supply to consumers across Jammu and Kashmir.

"The power sector has a critical role in driving economic growth and public welfare," asserted the ACS.

He underscored the need for enhanced coordination, timely executi...