SRINAGAR, July 10 -- A delegation from PHDCCI-Kashmir, led by Chairman Vicky Shaw and Co-Chair Javaid Anim, met with Javaid Ahmad Dar, Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development, and Panchayati Raj, to discuss critical issues and proposals for the development of agriculture, horticulture, and allied sectors in Jammu & Kashmir. The meeting was attended by EC Members of PHDCCI - Bilal Kawoosa, Fayaz Ahmad, and Nasir Rather.

During the meeting, the PHDCCI delegation raised several pressing concerns and submitted proposals for the minister's consideration, including: Cold storage approvals and inclusion of cold room infrastructure under HADP (Holistic Agriculture Development Program). Unchecked import of planting material and its...