Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari following the completion of an 810-metre viaduct near Ramsoo in Ramban district and the 3.5-km AT-03 Tunnel connecting Digdole to Panthyal on National Highway-44.
In a statement, the Lieutenant Governor said the projects mark another significant milestone in strengthening road connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir.
He said the new infrastructure would facilitate smooth and all-weather movement of residents, tourists, freight vehicles and security forces while also ensuring safer and more seamless travel for pilgrims undertaking the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 by bypassing landslide-prone stretches.
The viaduct and tunnel are scheduled to be opened for traffic on July 3, 2026.
LG inaugurates Tawi Aarti and Light & Sound Show on SANJAY to welcome pilgrims
Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today inaugurated Tawi Aarti and Light & Sound Show on Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra to welcome Pilgrims of Baba Barfani. Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor said that this sacred journey of faith, discipline and spiritual awakening is a source of inspiration for countless generations. He invited seekers from across the country to participate in this spiritual journey.
“Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra has long been a living thread, weaving together people of diverse languages, cultures and traditions into one shared fabric of faith. With only a few hours remaining before the yatra’s commencement, Jammu Kashmir reverberates with chants to Lord Shiva, and the holy banks of the Tawi are lit by lamps of devotion.
“On this auspicious occasion, I extend my warmest greetings and felicitations to all pilgrims. The Tawi Aarti, rooted in ancient practice, stands today as a vibrant symbol of our collective spiritual consciousness, cultural unity, spiritual values and social harmony.
“The river’s uninterrupted flow reminds us that just as its waters move freely without distinction, so too should human life be guided by love, cooperation, and mutual respect. Throughout Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, Tawi Aarti will be offered every evening, and each lamp lit will shine as a beacon of hope, purity, renewal, and faith, illuminating not only the path of the pilgrim but the spirit of our society as well,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor also stated that Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra stands as a timeless symbol of our spiritual traditions, cultural legacy, and collective faith. He said it is one of India’s most revered religious gatherings and embodies a responsibility that echoes the devotion of millions across the nation.
The Lieutenant Governor also launched ‘Raahi: Hop Jammu’ Bus Service, an initiative of District Administration Jammu. It is designed to offer locals and tourists a seamless, convenient, and environmentally sustainable way to explore the rich cultural, heritage, and recreational landscape of Jammu.
With a fleet of air-conditioned e-buses, the service will operate on distinct thematic routes: Tirath Line, Chenab Line, Sarhad Line and Fun Line, connecting the Jammu’s most significant landmarks.
Earlier, the Lieutenant Governor inaugurated Exhibition on Shri Amarnathji Yatra. He also presented Swachhta Souvenirs to Yatris.
