Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday called on Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman here, a meeting held against the backdrop of the financial constraints faced by the Union Territory, officials said.

The official X handle of Abdullah's office said the two leaders discussed key developmental priorities in J&K.

"The meeting focused on strengthening infrastructure, boosting investment and ensuring continued financial support for welfare-driven initiatives in J&K," the CM's office said.

Officials, however, said that the primary focus was on securing central assistance to address the severe fiscal challenges facing the UT.

According to the officials, the finances of the UT have been severely impacted by various factors, which include a substantial decline in its

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