Himachal's Road to Progress: Major Infrastructure Boost Approved
The central government has approved a Rs 3,667 crore plan for road and bridge infrastructure development in Himachal Pradesh for 2024-25. This includes the construction of significant projects like the Jalori Jot tunnel and addressing landslide damages. The approval promises enhanced connectivity and boosts for tourism and local residents.
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The central government has greenlit an ambitious plan worth Rs 3,667 crore to revamp road infrastructure across Himachal Pradesh in the upcoming financial year, as announced by Public Works Minister Vikramaditya Singh.
Key projects under this initiative include the construction of the Jalori Jot tunnel in Kullu district, which seeks to ensure year-round connectivity for Banjat and Anni areas, alongside measures to repair landslide-prone regions and upgrade national highways with new bridges and safety features.
The approval aligns with Singh's discussions with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and centers around enhancing the state's extensive road network, crucial for tourism, local communities, and defense logistics, underscored by proposals like the strategically significant Bhubu Jot tunnel project.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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