Jammu, Mar 22 (UNI) Project Sampark Chief Engineer, Brig Neeraj Madan inspected the key road infrastructure projects in Rajouri and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir.

Jammu based PRO and Spokesperson,

Ministry of Defence, Lt Col Suneel Bartwal said that the Chief Engineer conducted an extensive three-day inspection of major road infrastructure projects in Rajouri and Poonch districts, including the Rajouri-Thanamandi-Surankote road and the Akhnoor-Poonch Road.

He was accompanied by Commander 31 BRTF, OC 58 RCC and OC 79 RCC.

On his visit Brig Neeraj Madan assessed the progress, quality, and safety standards of ongoing construction works emphasising the need for timely completion and enhanced regional connectivity.

During the visit, he said that key issues related to road widening, tunnel construction, land acquisition, and forest clearance were discussed.

The Chief Engineer directed all stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination in addressing bottlenecks to expedite project execution.

He also stressed the importance of maintaining the highest standards of construction quality and road safety measures for both workers and road users.

As part of the inspection, Brig Neeraj Madan visited roads under Project Sampark in Rajouri and Poonch districts including Poonch-Rawalakote road up to the Line of Control (LOC) where widening work is progressing and blacktopping has recently commenced.

He emphasized the need for accelerated construction without compromising quality standards recognizing these projects as crucial for improving mobility and boosting economic opportunities in the region.

During the visit, Chief Enginner also had a meeting with Deputy commissioner Poonch, Vikas Kundal and Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, where respective DCs showed administration’s commitment to strengthening infrastructure in Rajouri and Poonch, ensuring better road connectivity for residents and enhancing overall regional development.

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