Er Rashid calls on Road Transport Minister Gadkari to discuss connectivity issues: AIP

New Delhi, Dec 11: AIP Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi said that Baramulla MP Er Rashid met Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in his Parliament office chamber, where several critical connectivity issues of North Kashmir were discussed.

Inam said the Minister assured that the ongoing Pattan Market widening and Pattan Bypass works will be paced up and that the Baramulla–Delina–Kanispora Flyover will receive focused attention for early completion.

He added that Gadkari also gave positive assurances on the new proposed road links, including the Lolab’s Dardpora–Bandipora route and Takipora–Sopore road connectivity, recognising their importance for regional mobility. Importantly, Nitin Gadkari conveyed to MP Er Rashid that “your being in jail will not hamper the development of your area,” and assured that all developmental needs of the constituency will continue to be addressed. The Minister also expressed encouraging commitment regarding the Machil and Gurez tunnels, acknowledging their necessity for all-weather access in border regions. Inam said the meeting was constructive and that these assurances have renewed hope for long-awaited infrastructure improvements across Baramulla, Kupwara, Bandipora, Lolab, Machil and Gurez.