CII team meets Deputy CM, discusses industry–academia linkages

Srinagar, Apr 1: A delegation of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) J&K UT Council on Wednesday met Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary to discuss issues related to industrial growth, skill development and workforce readiness in the Union Territory.

The delegation was led by Iqram Ali Shafiee, Chairman, CII J&K UT Council, and included Siddhant Choudhary, Vice Chairman; Khurshid Dar, Director, CII J&K; along with members Sandeep Mengi, Sajad Lone and Sanan Gojwari.

During the meeting, the Deputy Chief Minister unveiled the CII J&K UT Council Annual Report 2025–26 and appreciated the role played by CII in promoting industrial development in the region.

“CII has been contributing to strengthening the industrial ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir and facilitating engagement between the government and industry,” the Deputy Chief Minister said.

Discussions during the meeting focused on strengthening skill development initiatives, enhancing industry–academia collaboration, and improving industry–skill linkages to better align workforce capabilities with emerging industry requirements.

Members of the delegation emphasised the need for closer coordination between stakeholders to improve employability among youth and support sustainable economic growth in the Union Territory.