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J&K Assembly Adjourned as Historic Budget Session Concludes Smoothly

The budget session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly for 2026-2027 has been adjourned sine die. Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary and legislators across party lines commended Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather for his efficient and impartial conduct of the proceedings. The session was noted for providing extended opportunities for members to raise constituency issues and for strengthening democratic engagement. The dedicated work of assembly staff and the media's role in public communication were also acknowledged.

Key Points: J&K Assembly Budget Session Ends, Speaker Praised

  • Session adjourned sine die
  • Cross-party praise for Speaker
  • First-time MLAs gained experience
  • Media's role acknowledged
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J&K Assembly adjourned sine die as budget session ends​

The J&K Legislative Assembly's 2026-27 budget session concluded sine die, with cross-party praise for the Speaker's efficient and impartial conduct.

"all legislators, particularly first-time MLAs, benefited greatly from the Speaker's guidance - Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary"

Jammu, April 4

The budget session 2026-2027 of the J&K Legislative Assembly ended on Saturday, after which the Speaker, Abdul Rahim Rather, adjourned the Assembly sine die.​

Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary and legislators commended the Speaker for the smooth and efficient conduct of the Budget Session 2026.​

The Deputy Chief Minister praised the Speaker's experience and leadership, noting that despite the usual challenges and differing viewpoints, the proceedings were conducted in an orderly and effective manner.​

He said that all legislators, particularly first-time MLAs, benefited greatly from the Speaker's guidance and had the opportunity to learn the nuances of legislative functioning. ​

Sharing his experience, the Deputy Chief Minister said that this session served as a valuable platform for meaningful discussions and constructive debate, contributing significantly towards strengthening democratic processes.​

He also expressed appreciation for the dedicated efforts of the Assembly's staff, officers, and officials, who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the session's seamless functioning. ​

He emphasised that the quality of debates and discussions in the House was a result of their continuous hard work and commitment.​

The Deputy Chief Minister further acknowledged the media's role in carrying the Assembly's voice to the people. He appreciated the press for highlighting public issues and strengthening democratic engagement.​

He also expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister and Members of the House for collectively ensuring that the people's concerns were effectively raised and addressed.​

On the concluding day, Members cutting across party lines also expressed their sincere gratitude to the Speaker for the smooth, efficient, and impartial conduct of the Budget Session 2026.​

Legislators Surjeet Singh Slathia, M.Y. Tarigami, Nizam-ud-Din Bhat, Sajad Gani Lone, Pirzada Farooq Ahmad Shah, Tanvir Sadiq, Mir Saifullah, Rafiq Ahmad Naik, Nazir Ahmad Khan (Gurezi), Sajjad Shaheen, Aijaz Ahmad Jan, and Salman Sagar spoke in appreciation of the Speaker.​

The Members collectively lauded the Speaker for conducting the proceedings with remarkable efficiency, ensuring that the House functioned smoothly without disruptions. ​

They highlighted that for the first time, Members were given adequate and extended opportunities to raise issues related to their constituencies.​

The Speaker's commitment towards maintaining decorum, ensuring equal participation, and allocating fair time to all Members was widely appreciated. ​

The Members noted that this inclusive approach strengthened democratic functioning and allowed diverse voices to be heard effectively.​

The House acknowledged that the Budget Session 2026 set a positive benchmark for discipline, productivity, and Member participation.​

- IANS

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Priya S
While it's positive that the session was orderly, I hope the 'meaningful discussions' actually addressed the pressing issues of unemployment and infrastructure in the region. Sometimes these official praises sound good but we need to see action.
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Rohit P
Appreciating the staff and media is a good gesture. Often their hard work goes unnoticed. A smoothly run Assembly sets the right tone for governance. Let's hope this efficiency continues in future sessions as well. 👍
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Michael C
Interesting to see cross-party praise. In many state assemblies, sessions are marked by disruptions. If J&K can maintain this decorum and give first-time MLAs a proper platform, it's a healthy sign for Indian democracy.
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Shreya B
"Extended opportunities to raise constituency issues" – this is crucial! Often, local problems don't get airtime in the Assembly. If this session truly allowed that, it's a big win for the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Fingers crossed for implementation.
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Karthik V
Setting a benchmark for discipline is good, but the real test is the budget itself. What were the key allocations for tourism, agriculture, and youth? The process was smooth, but now we need to see the outcome for common people.

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