Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir Govt inks MoU with NHLML for development of ropeway networks
Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Saturday inked an MoU withNational Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) for the developmentof ropeway networks, as alternate solution of mobility, to improve connectivity toremote habitations on higher reaches.
The MoU was signed between Rohin Gupta; Regional Officer, NHAI, J&K andManzoor Hussain, Development Commissioner (Works), PWD(R&B) J&K, at RajBhavan, in presence of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. Dr Arun Kumar Mehta,Chief Secretary J&K, and Giridhar Aramane, Secretary (Road Transport &Highways), GoI were also present.
Terming this much-awaited project as apotential solution to the existing mobility problem besides promoting tourism,the Lt Governor said that in the long run, this sustainable and environmentfriendly transport system, will play a significant role in decongesting the urbanspaces.
The Lt Governor expressed gratitude to Hon’ble Prime Minister andHon’ble Minister of Road Transport and Highways, and said that as future mobilitymedium, the proposed ropeway project will bring economic prosperity toinaccessible hilly areas.
“It is a significant step in the direction of developing a comprehensive ropewaynetwork to benefit all sections of the population living in remote and difficultgeographical conditions of Jammu and Kashmir,” he added.
Terming connectivity as top priority to increase production, trade and to improvethe quality of life of citizens, the Lt Governor reiterated the unwaveringcommitment of the UT Administration towards the rapid socio-economicdevelopment of the citizens living in the remote areas of Jammu Kashmir.
The LtGovernor said that J&K is witnessing massive up gradation of road networks. Heobserved that the ongoing infrastructural projects worth Rs 1 lakh crore willenable the unlocking of the true growth potential of Jammu Kashmir.
The Lt Governor assured full cooperation of the UT administration to NationalHighways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) at every step for completingthe projects in a time bound manner. Principal Secretary PWD, J&K; Member,NHAI; CEO NHLML were also present during the signing of MoU.
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