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Banihal bypass to strengthen national security logistics, enhance tourism in Kashmir: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari

January 06, 2025 2 min read
author Anamika Mishra, Sub Editor
Union Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Sunday (January 5, 2024) described the completion of a portion of the Banihal Bypass in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban district as a milestone in strengthening “national security logistics” and enhancing “tourism prospects of the region”. Taking to X, Mr. Gadkari announced the completion of the four-lane stretch of 2.35-km to Banihal town at a cost of β‚Ή224.44 crore. Strategically located on the Ramban–Banihal section of NH-44, it effectively addresses the persistent bottlenecks caused by roadside markets and shops, Mr. Gadkari said. He said two-lane traffic will be allowed initially and four-lane traffic will be permitted after “junction development” within 15 days. The union minister said this critical infrastructure ensures unhindered

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