J&K BJP lauds PM Modi, Gadkari for Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway

New Delhi, Jan 5: A delegation from the Jammu and Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led by senior BJP leader Devender Singh Rana today met with Union Minister for Road, Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, in New Delhi.

According to a press release, District President BJP Reasi Rohit Dubey, Shashi Gupta Ex- Chairman MC Katra, Rajinder Mengi Mandal President Katra,Nishant Sharma Vice-president Hotel Association Katra, Sham Lal and Adv Kuldeep Dubey were also part of the delegation.

The primary focus of the delegation's meeting was to express sincere gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari for the approval and sanctioning of the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway. This significant infrastructure project is anticipated to play a pivotal role in enhancing the economic prospects of the Jammu region upon its completion, the press release said.

Rana highlighted the strategic significance of the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway, emphasising its potential to serve as a lifeline for economic progress in the Jammu region. He underscored the transformative impact the expressway could have on trade, tourism, and overall socio-economic development.

Rana expressed confidence in the project's ability to open up new avenues for growth, attract investments, and create employment opportunities for the local population. He stated, "The Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway is not just a road; it's a pathway to prosperity for our region. We applaud the unwavering commitment of Prime Minister Modi and Union Minister Gadkari to the development of Jammu and Kashmir, and we are optimistic about the positive changes this visionary infrastructure project will bring to our communities."

Rohit Dubey requested the Union Minister not to bypass Katra town during the construction of the expressway.

Emphasising the importance of including Katra in the expressway route, Dubey highlighted the potential positive impact on local development and connectivity.

The delegation conveyed their appreciation for the proactive approach taken by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari in prioritising infrastructure projects that contribute to regional growth and development. The Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway holds the promise of fostering economic prosperity and facilitating improved connectivity for the people of Jammu and Kashmir.