Gadkari Meets Karan Singh in Srinagar, Discusses J&K Road Projects

19 Jun 2024 CW Team

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari recently met with Karan Singh, the former Sadr-e-Riyasat of Jammu and Kashmir, in Srinagar to discuss various road and highway projects in the region. The meeting focused on reviewing the progress and addressing challenges related to infrastructure development in Jammu and Kashmir.

Gadkari emphasized the government's commitment to enhancing connectivity and accelerating the completion of key road and highway projects in the union territory. These projects are vital for improving regional connectivity, facilitating economic growth, and promoting tourism in Jammu and Kashmir.

During the discussion, both leaders discussed specific initiatives aimed at overcoming logistical and geographical challenges in executing road projects in the mountainous terrain of Jammu and Kashmir. Gadkari highlighted the importance of leveraging innovative engineering solutions and technologies to ensure the timely completion of these critical infrastructure projects.

The meeting also underscored the significance of sustainable development practices and environmental conservation in executing road and highway projects in ecologically sensitive areas of Jammu and Kashmir. Gadkari assured Singh of the government's commitment to balancing development with environmental protection.

Gadkari and Singh agreed on the need for continued collaboration and coordination between central and local authorities to expedite project execution and address any administrative bottlenecks effectively. The discussions concluded with a renewed focus on enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accountability in infrastructure development efforts across Jammu and Kashmir.

The outcomes of the meeting are expected to pave the way for accelerated progress and enhanced coordination in advancing road and highway infrastructure projects, thereby contributing to the socio-economic development of Jammu and Kashmir.

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