16/03/2026
Shri. Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary, J&K, today inaugurated two major digital platforms developed by the Housing & Urban Development Department aimed at strengthening transparency, efficiency and Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) in urban governance across Jammu & Kashmir.
The platforms include the Auto Scrutiny-based Building Permission & Change of Land Use (CLU) Portal, integrated with GIS-based Master Plans using AutoDCR technology, and the Unified Web Portal of H&UDD, J&K. The Auto Scrutiny system will enable automated scrutiny of building plans submitted in AutoCAD format and verify compliance with the J&K Unified Building Bye-Laws and Master Plan regulations, ensuring faster approvals and improved regulatory compliance.
The Unified Web Portal, developed under the National Urban Digital Mission (NUDM), will serve as a single digital gateway for accessing urban governance services across the Union Territory. The portal integrates key initiatives including UPYOG-based systems, digital finance and accounting modules for Urban Local Bodies, and upcoming QR code–based digital payment systems for municipal services.
The event was attended by Ms. Mandeep Kaur, IAS, Commissioner Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department, along with senior officials including Commissioner JMC, Vice Chairman JDA, Director Urban Local Bodies and other officers of the department. These initiatives mark a significant step towards the digital transformation of urban governance in J&K, aimed at improving service delivery, enhancing transparency and empowering citizens.