**Executive Summary**
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan will undertake a two-day visit to Jammu & Kashmir to launch the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)-IV, Batch-II on April 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The visit aims to accelerate infrastructure development and rural prosperity through the release of ₹4,568.23 crore in central funds across 24 States and Union Territories under DAY-NRLM. Key activities include handing over project approval letters and releasing support for women’s self-help groups to foster economic growth in the region.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Infrastructure and Road Connectivity**
* **PMGSY-IV, Batch-II Launch:** The initiative involves the construction of 330 new roads covering 1,600 kilometers in Jammu & Kashmir.
* **Project Investment:** The total cost for this batch of infrastructure development is estimated at ₹3,550 crore.
* **Target Reach:** The project is designed to benefit 363 habitations, specifically focusing on connecting the remotest villages to the national mainstream.
**Rural Livelihoods and Financial Allocation**
* **National Funding:** A central share of ₹4,568.23 crore will be released to 24 States and Union Territories under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM).
* **Women’s Empowerment:** The program emphasizes the creation of 'Lakhpati Didis' through approvals for women-led self-help groups (SHGs).
* **Support Ecosystem:** Jammu & Kashmir currently hosts nearly 96,000 SHGs, 7,500 Village Organizations, and 650 Cluster-Level Federations to strengthen rural livelihoods.
**Agricultural Support and Governance**
* **Flagship Schemes:** Farmers in the region receive ongoing support through PM-Kisan, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, and the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund.
* **Integrated Development:** The visit highlights a shift toward results-oriented governance, encompassing horticulture, skill development, and entrepreneurship.
* **Collaborative Leadership:** The launch event at SKICC, Srinagar, involves joint participation from Union and State leadership, including the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir.
**Impact Analysis**
**Jammu & Kashmir State Government**
**Impact**
The state leadership will receive formal project approvals, facilitating a coordinated push for regional infrastructure and rural development.
**Action Required**
The Chief Minister will officially receive the approval letter for PMGSY-IV, Batch-II from the Union Minister during the scheduled program.
**Rural Residents and Habitations**
**Impact**
363 habitations will gain improved access to services and markets through the construction of 1,600 km of new road networks.
**Action Required**
Local communities are expected to participate in and benefit from the enhanced connectivity and resulting economic integration.
**Women and Self-Help Groups (SHGs)**
**Impact**
Rural women will receive increased financial and organizational support aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and income generation.
**Action Required**
SHGs and Cluster-Level Federations must utilize the released DAY-NRLM approvals and skill development initiatives to transition toward becoming 'Lakhpati Didis.'
**24 States and Union Territories**
**Impact**
These regions will receive a significant infusion of central funds (totaling over ₹4,568 crore) to support rural livelihood missions.
**Action Required**
Relevant state-level departments must manage the allocated central share to implement DAY-NRLM objectives within their respective jurisdictions.
Key Entities Referenced
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)-IV, Batch-II: The specific phase of the rural road construction scheme launched to accelerate infrastructure development and connectivity across habitations.
Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM): The flagship program through which central funds were released to support rural livelihoods, Self-Help Groups, and the 'Lakhpati Didis' initiative.
Jammu & Kashmir: The central location for the major development push, infrastructure projects, and the ministerial visit described in the document.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan: The Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development who launched the road projects and released financial shares to States and UTs.
Ministry of Rural Development: The primary central ministry responsible for the implementation of the rural infrastructure and livelihood programs highlighted in the release.
Ministry of Rural Development
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan on
Two-Day Kashmir Visit; Major Development Push
on Agenda
Big Development Boost for Kashmir: Shri Shivraj to Launch
PMGSY-IV Batch-II in Srinagar
Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan to Share Stage with Shri Omar
Abdullah, Shri Surinder Choudhary at Key Srinagar Event
Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan will also release ₹4,568.23 crore
as the central share to 24 States and Union Territories under
DAY-NRLM
Modi Government Accelerates Infrastructure Push in Kashmir,
Focus on Rural Prosperity
Posted On: 27 APR 2026 5:10PM by PIB Delhi
ammu & Kashmir is set to witness a significant milestone in its development journey tomorrow, as Union
Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, will
launch Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)-IV, Batch-II at a special programme at SKICC,
Srinagar. The event will also be attended by Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Shri Omar Abdullah,
Deputy Chief Minister Shri Surinder Kumar Choudhary, and other senior dignitaries, making it not just an
administrative occasion but a major public platform symbolizing a collective commitment to development.Since 2000, under PMGSY, Jammu & Kashmir has witnessed the construction of 3,328 roads, creating a
road network of 19,851 kilometers, along with 257 bridges. Building on this progress, PMGSY-IV, Batch-
II will further accelerate development with the construction of 330 new roads covering 1,600 kilometers,
at a project cost of ₹3,550 crore, benefiting 363 habitations across the region. Union Minister Shri Shivraj
Singh Chouhan stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the initiative
reflects the Government’s commitment to moving beyond announcements and delivering tangible
development on the ground. He emphasized that the focus is on ensuring that roads, services and other
facilities reach even the remotest villages. He also underlined that infrastructure development is being
viewed as a key driver to further integrate Jammu & Kashmir into the national development mainstream.
The programme, scheduled to begin at 11:00 AM on April 28, will also see the Union Minister handing
over the approval letter for PMGSY-IV, Batch-II to the Chief Minister. In addition, approvals under DAY-
NRLM will be released, reaffirming the Centre’s commitment to creating 'Lakhpati Didis' in Jammu &
Kashmir. The visit reflects a broader focus that goes beyond road construction, encompassing rural
economic growth, women’s self-help groups, and social empowerment. Currently, nearly 96,000 Self-Help
Groups, 7,500 Village Organizations, and 650 Cluster-Level Federations are actively strengthening the
rural livelihoods ecosystem in Jammu & Kashmir. Through the efforts of thousands of Community
Resource Persons, along with initiatives in skill development, entrepreneurship, and women-led
leadership, a new environment of confidence and income generation is being fostered in rural
communities.
From the perspective of the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, farmers in Jammu & Kashmir are
being supported through multiple flagship schemes, including PM-Kisan, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima
Yojana, Agriculture Infrastructure Fund, Horticulture Mission, Farmer Producer Organizations, e-NAM,and micro-irrigation initiatives. In this broader context, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan’s visit also carries a
strong message of trust, participation, and results-oriented governance for farmers, horticulturists, rural
families, and women’s groups.
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