Leh (Ladakh): The Government of Jammu and Kashmir believes that improved accessibility can play a vital role in ensuring socio-economic development of far-flung and mountainous areas.

Undertaking a weeklong tour to Ladakh region, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah recently said road connectivity can be a key factor to further the development policy of his government.

Interacting with local residents, Omar informed that new initiatives have been undertaken for the construction of roads and boring of tunnels at various places to open up inaccessible and far-flung areas.

He also reviewed progress of various developmental schemes under implementation in the Ladakh region.

He said that inter-district and inter-provincial connectivity is being given special attention to enhance accessibility and generate economic activities.

Omar said five sectors of power, road connectivity, drinking water supply, healthcare and education have been focused for comprehensive development.

Omar also said his government is aware of the demands and requirements of people about upgradation of basic amenities.

“We are moving forward to this direction,” he said.

He also said as tourism sector holds big scope for the all-round development of the state, the Ladakh region has rich potential to attract tourists