JAMMU, Jul 18: Reaffirming his commitment towards strengthening public infrastructure and resolving long-pending civic issues, MLA Bahu Ch. Vikram Randhawa today inaugurated the Restoration/Upgradation of Nallah T-2 of Landoi Choi Nallah passing through Sectors 11, 12, 13 & 14, Nanak Nagar, along with restoration of the nallah downstream of the culvert in Ambedkar Nagar to the Main Road (Ward No. 52, Phase-I).
The project, worth Rs 3.17 crore (Rs 3,17,56,990), is aimed at modernising and strengthening the drainage infrastructure to ensure the smooth flow of rainwater and provide permanent relief from waterlogging and flooding during the monsoon season.
Phase-I of the project covers approximately 150 metres from Preet Nagar Pully onwards in Ambedkar Nagar, where the restoration and upgradation work has commenced.
The inauguration was attended by BJP Mandal President Shri Nitish Mahajan, his team, former Corporator Ajay Gupta, a large gathering of local residents, officials of the UEED, and the concerned contractor.
Speaking on the occasion, MLA Ch. Vikram Randhawa said that the restoration of the Landoi Choi Nallah was a long-awaited demand of the people. Every monsoon, residents of Ambedkar Nagar and adjoining localities faced severe hardships as overflowing rainwater entered their homes, causing damage to property and inconvenience to hundreds of families. He said this project would provide lasting relief and significantly improve the drainage system of the area.
The MLA directed the officials of the UEED and the executing contractor to maintain the highest standards of quality and ensure timely completion of the work. He emphasized that there would be no compromise on quality, and every stage of the project should be executed with complete transparency and accountability in the larger public interest.
The residents expressed their heartfelt gratitude to MLA Ch. Vikram Randhawa for fulfilling this long-pending demand and initiating a major development project for the locality. They appreciated his continuous public outreach and proactive efforts in addressing civic issues, stating that the work would bring immense relief to the people, especially during the rainy season.