1.J&K Government approves new housing policy

Here are policy highlights and the seven models of housing proposed.

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2.NorthEastern states: Rs 14.56 bn for tourism

18 projects sanctioned covering all NorthEastern states for tourism development

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3.CPWD approaches J&K administration to offer infrastructural support

The Central Public Works Department (CPWD) has reportedly offered the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) administration support in developing economical and quality infrastructure in the upcoming Union Territories of J&K and Leh which will be formed on October 31.

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4.Government to invest in infrastructure expansion of three airports in J&K

The government is set to spend an estimated amount of Rs 10 billion in the span of the next three years for the expansion of three airports in the newly formed union territory of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). This investment to improve connectivity is seen in light of the government’s plans to bring the territory closer to rest of the nation.

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5.Infrastructure upgrade ahead for Leh as it may get the ‘Smart City’ tag

Post Ladakh being declared a Union Territory, it is likely that it’s headquarter Leh will be the next city to be awarded the ‘Smart City’ tag

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