Rs 140 CRORE ROAD REVIVAL: Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema's Game-Changing Plan for Punjab's Urban Roads

Chandigarh (The Uttam Hindu):In a significant move to transform Punjab's urban infrastructure, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema announced a Rs 140 crore project to revamp 42 km of roads in Amritsar, Ludhiana, and Jalandhar. The project aims to create world-class urban spaces, elevating the state's infrastructure to global standards.

Comprehensive Road Redesign: The project involves a comprehensive redesign of the roads to address traffic congestion, ensure uniform road width, and prevent repeated damage. This will be achieved through:

- Improving the drainage system to remove traffic congestion

- Ensuring uniform width of the road

- Preventing repeated damage to the roads

Accessible Footpaths and Service Upgrades: The project also includes the construction of attractive footpaths through landscaping to prevent dust pollution. Additionally, services like:

- Street lights

- Bus stands

- Water supply lines

will be reconstructed to improve traffic and efficiency.

Robust Maintenance Plan: A robust maintenance plan will be implemented to ensure accountability and long-term quality. Contractors developing the roads will be responsible for maintaining the respective project for the next ten years.

Three-Phase Implementation

The project will be implemented in three distinct phases:

1. Design Phase: Top urban planners and international experts will prepare detailed layouts over four months.

2. Construction Phase: Leading construction agencies will implement the designs as per international standards over eight months.

3. Maintenance Phase: Contractors will ensure the maintenance of the roads for the next ten years.

Transforming Punjab's Urban Infrastructure: This initiative is a historic first for Punjab, and Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema expressed confidence that it will set an example for urban development in India. The project aims to elevate Punjab's urban infrastructure to world-class standards, focusing on excellence, innovation, and sustainability. The project will transform the roads in Amritsar, Ludhiana, and Jalandhar, including:

- Amritsar: 7 roads, including Majitha Road, Court Road, and Shubham Road

- Ludhiana: 12.4 km of roads, including Old GT Road and Chaura Bazaar

- Jalandhar: 12.3 km of roads, including HMV Road and Adarsh Nagar Road