Mughal road tunnel project progressing steadily: Mian Altaf

Srinagar, Dec 6: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) Member of Parliament Mian Altaf Ahmad on Saturday said that the long-pending Mughal Road Tunnel Project is finally moving in the right direction and that the authorities are likely to issue tenders for the project in the coming months.
He said the Border Roads Organization (BRO) has been working actively on the project.
“The Mughal Road Tunnel project is on the right track. I expect the tendering process to begin within a few months. The BRO is seriously pursuing this project. Just last month, I met the Chief Engineer of the BRO, and I was satisfied with the progress and the direction of the work,” Mian Altaf said.
He also provided an update on the Loran–Tangmarg road project.
“This is an old and important connectivity project. I have been following it closely in Delhi, and I am hopeful that work on this road will finally begin and be completed,” the MP said.
Reflecting on the completion of one year of the Omar Abdullah–led government, Mian Altaf said that although the administration has made efforts, several issues need to be resolved.
“There are still many challenges—whether in Jammu, or the Kashmir Valley. We need a stronger system in sectors like health, education, and road connectivity. These areas require consistent focus and real improvement,” he added.
Responding to questions about reported differences between Raj Bhavan and the elected government, the MP said the situation was being overstated.
“As per my opinion, the media is exaggerating it. Yes, there may be differences of opinion, but not the kind of conflict that is being portrayed,” he said. (KINS)