Banihal, Sep 18 (KNS) : Continuing the momentum of road development works in Banihal constituency, National Conference leader and MLA Banihal, Sajjad Shaheen, on thursday launched the macadamisation of the Banihal–Chanjloo road, fulfilling a long-pending demand of the local population.

In a Statement issued,Shaheen said that this project is part of the broader initiative to strengthen road connectivity across the constituency and follows the recent macadamisation of the Banihal–Lamber and Banihal–Dooligam roads. He expressed confidence that these works will greatly ease the hardships of commuters, ensure safer and smoother travel, and improve access to far-flung villages.

“Improved connectivity is the backbone of development. Our people have suffered due to poor road conditions for decades. The present government under Hon’ble Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has prioritised road infrastructure, and Banihal is now witnessing projects that were long overdue,” Shaheen said.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

The MLA extended gratitude to the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister for their support, noting that more roads approved under the Banihal–Gool constituency plan will be taken up in a phased manner. He assured the people that quality work and time-bound completion will remain his top priority.

Shaheen reiterated his resolve to continue pursuing all developmental projects with missionary zeal, emphasising that no village in Banihal will be left disconnected from the mainstream of development.

Local residents warmly welcomed the initiative and expressed optimism that the pace of development in Banihal will continue with renewed energy.(KNS)