Srinagar: The Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Vijay Kumar Bidhuri conducted a late night City tour on Friday to visit various Srinagar Smart City Limited project sites to inspect the progress of ongoing developmental, upgradation & beautification works.
He was accompanied by CEO, SSCL, Dr Owais Ahmad; Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat; Chief Engineers of R&B, SSCL, KPDCL, ASP Traffic and other officers.
The Divisional Commissioner conducted an extensive visit to Balidhan Stambh, Jahangir Chowk, Kaksarai & Naqishband Sahib & inspected the physical progress of developmental & upgradation works.
On the occasion, Div Com issued a slew of directions to the officers regarding the qualitative execution of works and adherence to the respective timelines of the projects.
He stressed on intensifying the pace of upgradation works at Jahangir Chowk, Kaksarai and Naqishband Sahib for the smooth movement of traffic and beautification of the landscape.
Later, Div Com visited Sanatnagar & Nowgam Flyover to take stock of ongoing construction works. On the occasion, he directed CE R&B to expedite the pending works so the Flyerovers shall be fully dedicated to the general public as soon as possible.
Meanwhile, Div Com opened Nowgam Flyover for traffic on a trial basis. He said the operation of the Nowgam flyover shall bring huge respite to the general public and ensure smooth movement of traffic.
Meanwhile, Div Com instructed KPDCL to the illumination of important buildings & infrastructure on the eve of the celebration of Independence Day to create an ambience of festivity and vibrant & colourful visuals across the city.
