LG Sinha thanks Modi, Gadkari
New Delhi, Jul 1: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday announced the completion of two major infrastructure projects on National Highway-44 in Jammu and Kashmir, aimed at improving connectivity and ensuring safer travel to the Kashmir Valley.
In a post on X, Gadkari said, “These engineering marvels bypass one of the most landslide-prone stretches of the Ramban-Banihal section, ensuring safer, faster, and all-weather connectivity to the Kashmir Valley.” He added that the projects would significantly reduce travel time, improve road safety, and enable the seamless movement of tourists, local commuters, defence vehicles, freight and essential supplies throughout the year.
The Union Minister said the newly completed infrastructure bypasses one of the most landslide-prone stretches of the Ramban-Banihal section on NH-44, providing safer, faster and all-weather connectivity to the Kashmir Valley.
The projects are expected to significantly reduce travel time, improve road safety and facilitate the seamless movement of tourists, local commuters, defence vehicles, freight and essential supplies throughout the year. The Ramban-Banihal stretch of NH-44 serves as a vital link between the Jammu region and the Kashmir Valley and is frequently affected by landslides and adverse weather, disrupting traffic and the movement of goods and passengers.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Hon’ble Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari for completion of 810m long Viaduct near Ramsoo in Ramban district and 3.5-km AT-03 Tunnel connecting Digdole to Panthyal on National Highway-44.
“Heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji and Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari Ji for transforming J&K’s highways and road connectivity. The completion of 810m long Viaduct near Ramsoo in Ramban district and 3.5-km AT-03 Tunnel connecting Digdole to Panthyal on NH-44 is yet another monumental feat.
These key infrastructures secure smooth and all-weather movement for locals, tourists, freight and security forces, while ensuring a safer and seamless journey for the pilgrims of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, bypassing landslide-prone stretches,” the Lieutenant Governor said. The landmark road infrastructures are scheduled to open for traffic on 3rd July, 2026.
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Jammu Tawi, July 1: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari for completion of 810m long Viaduct near Ramsoo in Ramban district and 3.5-km AT-03 Tunnel connecting Digdole to Panthyal on National Highway-44.
“Heartfelt gratitude to Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji and Hon’ble Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari Ji for transforming J&K’s highways and road connectivity. The completion of 810m long Viaduct near Ramsoo in Ramban district and 3.5-km AT-03 Tunnel connecting Digdole to Panthyal on NH-44 is yet another monumental feat.
These key infrastructures secure smooth and all-weather movement for locals, tourists, freight and security forces, while ensuring a safer and seamless journey for the pilgrims of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, bypassing landslide-prone stretches,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The landmark road infrastructures are scheduled to open for traffic on 3rd July, 2026.
