Rehan Qayoom Mir
Srinagar, Feb 14: Stating that the Government of India is funding multiple infrastructure projects in Srinagar to improve traffic flow, connectivity and urban facilities, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Akshay Labroo on Saturday said that work on several key projects, including vehicular underpasses, a foot overbridge, and the city ring road, will begin very soon.
The DC said that the vehicular underpasses near Mominabad and Nowgam Railway Station have received approval from the Government of India and the final designs have been finalized.
He said the Government of India has approved the designs and the final plans are ready. “A foot overbridge is also planned at Children’s Hospital, Bemina. Surveys and field inspections have started. Work will begin very soon,” said.
The DC also said these projects will help decongest city traffic and improve connectivity.
He also highlighted the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), implemented by the Srinagar Municipal Corporation, as a key contributor to urban development. “NCAP funds are supporting major projects across the city. At Sonarcoal, we have proposed an alternate route behind SMHS Hospital to strengthen health infrastructure, including the superspecialty hospital and government medical college.”
“Work has started using Government of India funds in convergence with NCAP,” he said.
The DC Labroo also urged senior citizens above 70 to avail the Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY). “Eligible citizens will receive a card like the Ayushman Bharat Golden Card, providing medical coverage of up to Rs 5 lakh. You can go to any BMO office in Srinagar or call the numbers available on our website and social media. The district administration will ensure you receive the benefits,” he added.
He further highlighted the Sanat Nagar project, recently completed and opened for vehicular movement, which was also funded by the Government of India.
The Deputy Commissioner said work on the Srinagar Ring Road Phase-1 and Phase-2 is underway. “Phase-1 will connect districts surrounding Srinagar and South Kashmir. Phase-2 is also being implemented. These projects, funded by the Government of India and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), will gradually decongest city traffic and upgrade infrastructure,” he said.
The DC added that the combined implementation of all these projects, including underpasses, the foot overbridge, alternate health route, Sanat Nagar and the ring road, will significantly improve traffic management and connectivity in Srinagar.
