DC Budgam reviews progress of Ring Road Project, proposed Alternate Airport Road.

BANDIPORA, OCTOBER 27(PTK):  Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today conducted an extensive tour of various areas to review the progress of key road, bridge and flood protection works, directing the concerned departments and contractors to expedite execution and ensure timely completion.The DC reviewed the improvement and upgradation of the alternative Chandergeer Road, being executed at an allotted cost of ₹151.76 lakh, and directed round-the-clock work. The SDM was asked to convene a meeting with local residents to ensure cooperation and smooth traffic management.The Deputy Commissioner stressed that only ambulances, fire and emergency vehicles and school buses shall be permitted through the designated alternative route.Inspecting the retaining wall and embankment protection works at Pendbouni, Hajin, the DC expressed concern over the slow pace of progress and directed the contractor to complete piling and reinforcement works within 10 days, followed by the concrete wall and pile cap within 25 days. She stressed that the December 2026 deadline must be adhered to and emphasised that progress would be monitored frequently.The Deputy Commissioner also inspected the restoration of the damaged right-side embankment of River Jhelum at Checki Chandergeer, RD 114.750 km. She reviewed the pace of work and directed the concerned officers and contractor to expedite execution and ensure timely completion.The DC acknowledged the cooperation and support extended by the people of Hajin during the execution of these works and directed that necessary planning be undertaken to carry out work during night hours to minimise public inconvenience and ensure speedy completion.The DC also directed the SDM Sumbal to engage with affected shopkeepers and other stakeholders to address concerns arising from the ongoing works. She emphasised close coordination among departments, contractors and local residents to accelerate infrastructure development, restore connectivity and minimise public inconvenience.Earlier, the DC inspected the construction of a 1×17-metre-span double-lane steel plate girder bridge at Tangwani, Garoora, being constructed at an estimated cost of ₹3.25 crore. She directed the executing agency to complete slab work within a month and ensure completion of the project by December 2026.