SRINAGAR, July 15 -- Minister for Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today chaired a meeting of the Tribal Affairs Department (TAD) at the Civil Secretariat here to review the initiatives aimed at furthering empowerment of tribal communities in Jammu and Kashmir.

The meeting aimed to fast-track the tribal welfare initiatives and review ongoing projects, schemes and infrastructure development for tribal communities across J&K.

The meeting was attended by the Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo; Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, the Secretary TAD, Secretary Health & Medical Education, Commissioner SMC, concerned Deputy Commissioners and other senior officers.

Rana emphasized Omar Abdullah-led Government's commitment to inclusive growth and social...