Sukhu for construction of tunnels to save state’s ecology

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today said the state government was prioritising road connectivity in the remotest area and area of Bara Bhangal in Kangra district will also be connected with road in the coming two years.

While reviewing the various projects of Public Works department (PWD) here today, Sukhu said that Rs 2,806 crore has been allocated to the department during the current financial year against and expenditure of Rs 1,238 crore had been incurred till September 30. He directed the officers to expedite the completion of the ongoing projects and emphasised on the adoption of modern technology.

Sukhu advocated setting up tunnels keeping in view environmental and topographical conditions of the state. “Roads are the lifeline for the people of the state as there was limited scope for other means of transportation. Strengthening infrastructure for tourism promotion was essential,” he said.

He also reviewed the underground utility ducts projects and said that the state government has already allocated Rs 150 crore for this project in Shimla city. He said that underground cables and pipes from Chhota Shimla to Chaura Maidan, Raj Bhawan to Oakover and from Sher-e-Punjab to CTO Chowk were being laid to facilitate the local people and tourists under this project.

The Chief Minister also reviewed projects of PMGSY, NABARD, CIRF, Sukh Aashrya projects, Rajiv Gandhi Model Day-Boarding Schools, heliports and other developmental works.

Public Works Minister Vikramaditya Singh also deliberated and gave suggestions for the effective functioning of the department.

Roads are lifeline

• “Roads are lifeline for the people of the state as there is limited scope for other means of transportation. Strengthening infrastructure is essential,” said CM Sukhvinder Sukhu.
• The CM reviewed the underground utility ducts projects and said that the state government has already allocated Rs 150 crore for this project in Shimla city.