Srinagar, June 18, June 19 -- Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Thursday reviewed a proposed Circular Economy Framework prepared by the Housing and Urban Development Department (H&UDD) aimed at promoting resource efficiency, reducing waste and fostering environmentally sustainable development across Jammu and Kashmir. The framework seeks to transform Jammu and Kashmir into a regenerative Himalayan economy by converting waste into productive resources, strengthening urban governance, protecting fragile ecosystems and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities.During the meeting, officials said the policy has been formulated in response to growing waste generation, particularly from tourism and pilgrimage activities, evolving environmental ...