Nitin Gadkari Discusses J&K Road Projects with Karan Singh in Srinagar
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Nitin Gadkari Discusses J&K Road Projects with Karan Singh in Srinagar

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, held a crucial meeting with senior officials and former Union Minister Karan Singh in Srinagar to discuss the progress and development of road and highway projects in Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting focused on reviewing ongoing infrastructure initiatives aimed at enhancing connectivity and promoting economic growth in the region.

During the discussions, Gadkari emphasised the government's commitment to accelerating the pace of infrastructure development in Jammu and Kashmir. He highlighted the importance of improving road connectivity to remote and border areas, which is essential for both strategic reasons and socio-economic development.

Key projects under review include the construction and upgrading of national highways, state highways, and rural roads across the union territory. These projects aim to improve travel efficiency, reduce travel times, and enhance road safety for local residents and commuters.

Gadkari also underscored the significance of sustainable and environment-friendly construction practices in executing these infrastructure projects. He emphasised the use of innovative technologies and materials to ensure durability and minimise environmental impact.

The meeting with Karan Singh, a veteran political figure and former Union Minister, reflects the government's consultative approach in driving forward its infrastructure agenda in Jammu and Kashmir. Singh's insights and recommendations are expected to contribute to the effective implementation and success of road development initiatives in the region.

Overall, the discussions reaffirmed the government's commitment to transforming Jammu and Kashmir's infrastructure landscape, fostering inclusive development, and improving the quality of life for its residents.

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Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, held a crucial meeting with senior officials and former Union Minister Karan Singh in Srinagar to discuss the progress and development of road and highway projects in Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting focused on reviewing ongoing infrastructure initiatives aimed at enhancing connectivity and promoting economic growth in the region. During the discussions, Gadkari emphasised the government's commitment to accelerating the pace of infrastructure development in Jammu and Kashmir. He highlighted the importance of improving road connectivity to remote and border areas, which is essential for both strategic reasons and socio-economic development. Key projects under review include the construction and upgrading of national highways, state highways, and rural roads across the union territory. These projects aim to improve travel efficiency, reduce travel times, and enhance road safety for local residents and commuters. Gadkari also underscored the significance of sustainable and environment-friendly construction practices in executing these infrastructure projects. He emphasised the use of innovative technologies and materials to ensure durability and minimise environmental impact. The meeting with Karan Singh, a veteran political figure and former Union Minister, reflects the government's consultative approach in driving forward its infrastructure agenda in Jammu and Kashmir. Singh's insights and recommendations are expected to contribute to the effective implementation and success of road development initiatives in the region. Overall, the discussions reaffirmed the government's commitment to transforming Jammu and Kashmir's infrastructure landscape, fostering inclusive development, and improving the quality of life for its residents.

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