SRINAGAR/GANDERBAL: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, along with Advisor to the Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, today conducted an extensive tour to inspect the development works related to roads and bridges in Srinagar and Ganderbal districts
During the tour, the Deputy CM visited Nehru Park to review the preparedness regarding the widening of Boulevard Road from Nehru Park to Kralsangri.
Interacting with the officers of the executing agency, the Deputy CM said that this significant project will substantially augment road connectivity and ensure long-term public convenience. He further said that it will also provide a major boost to connectivity and economic activity for the residents of Srinagar.
While visiting Ganderbal, the Deputy CM assessed the progress on Hospital Road and Gozhama Bridge.
He inspected the works related to the road from the Bus Stand to the District Hospital, approved under NABARD for the cost of Rs 7.51 crore. He directed the XEN to ensure early execution of the work so that hassle-free connectivity is given to the hospital.
On his inspection of Gozhama bridge at Shilwat Ganderbal, the Deputy CM was informed that this bridge is double lane with 208 mtr span and the department has submitted the DPR for 44.25 crore for administrative approval. He was also informed that the project consists of the main bridge and approach roads, with the main bridge approved at a cost of Rs 12.77 Crs and the approach road for 5.74 Cr.
The Deputy Chief Minister directed the officers to ensure that any process related to the formalities of the project is expedited so that the project can be completed at the earliest.
Later, the Deputy CM also inspected the ongoing construction works at Noor Jahan Bridge at Qamarwari.
During the inspection, the Deputy CM was informed that on completion, this 127-metre span bridge will serve as a vital alternate link across the river Jhelum, significantly decongesting traffic on Srinagar’s busy routes and easing the movement between Noorbagh, Qamarwari, Khanyar, Nallahmar Road, and adjoining areas.
Interacting with the officers of the executing agency, the Deputy CM emphasised on timely completion of this important project without further delay, adding that the government is determined to ensure time-bound completion of all critical infrastructure works across J&K.
The Deputy CM reiterated the Government’s commitment to ensure time-bound completion of all vital infrastructure projects in Jammu & Kashmir. He directed the concerned authorities to closely monitor the finishing works and ensure that the bridge is dedicated to the public within the announced timeline.
