DW BUREAU / Chandigarh

Following the persistent efforts by Punjab Education Minister and MLA from Sri Anandpur Sahib S. Harjot Singh Bains, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), Government of India (GoI) has notified land acquisition for the four-laning project of the Sri Kiratpur Sahib-Nangal highway.

Welcoming the development, S. Harjot Singh Bains congratulated the local people and commuters as the road serves as a vital link between Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, especially it connects the revered sites like Sri Anandpur Sahib and Mata Naina Devi. Harjot Singh Bains revealed that land acquisition for the four-laning of the Sri Kiratpur Sahib-Nangal highway will span 21 villages in Nangal and 34 villages in Sri Anandpur Sahib, with the respective SDMs empowered to execute the process.

Harjot Singh Bains expressed gratitude towards Union Road Transport and Highways Ministry for expediting the four-laning project, which will not only enhance road safety but will also spur economic development of the region by improving connectivity and facilitating smoother transportation.

Harjot Singh Bains has been closely monitoring the four-laning project, conducting weekly reviews to expedite its execution. His hands-on approach reflects his commitment to ensuring timely completion and transforming the

region's infrastructure.

(editor@dailyworld.in)