Initially, 2-lane traffic will be released and 4-lane traffic shall be released after junction development within 15 days, says the Minister.
STC NEWS DESK
Srinagar, January 05 (STC): In Jammu & Kashmir, a 4-lane, 2.35 km bypass to Banihal town at an cost of ₹224.44 crore has been completed, states the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, on his X handle.
Giving details of the road development, he said, “Strategically located on the Ramban–Banihal section of NH-44, the bypass features 4 viaducts spanning 1,513 meters and 3 culverts, effectively addressing the persistent bottleneck caused by roadside markets and shops.”
Initially, 2-lane traffic will be released and 4-lane traffic shall be released after junction development within 15 days, says the Minister.
This critical infrastructure , according to him, will ensure unhindered traffic flow, significantly reducing travel time and congestion for both tourists and defense vehicles en route to the Kashmir Valley. Beyond improving regional connectivity, the bypass strengthens national security logistics and enhances tourism prospects in the region. (STC)