Mubashir Alam Wani
Srinagar, Aug 10: In response to the growing concerns of commuters regarding poor and dug-up road conditions in various parts of Srinagar, the officials from the Srinagar Smart City Limited (SSCL) said they have already accelerated the road resurfacing efforts, assuring that the ongoing works will be completed within the next 10 days.
A top official from the Srinagar Smart City Limited said that the pace of road works has been significantly increased, particularly in areas that have seen delays.
“Road macadamization in the few remaining parts of Srinagar is expected to be finalized within the next 10 days,” the official stated.
The top officer said that work has already begun on the left tube from SMHS Hospital to Darish Kadal, as well as from Dalgate to Khayam Chowk.
The official added that once the road macadamization on one side is completed, the process will be started on the opposite side simultaneously.
Pertinent to mention that commuters travelling along the Dalgate-Khayam road stretch have been vocal, stating that they have been frequently facing long traffic jams due to the poor road conditions. The situation has been sparking widespread complaints, and now prompting the intensified resurfacing efforts.
Notably, the Srinagar Smart City project, a major redevelopment initiative for Srinagar has been subject to public criticism over the delays in work completion and the city’s road widening policies.
However, officials state that all planning has been carried out with the consultation of experts, ensuring that the project aligns with modern development standards.
