Market to get modern infrastructure upgrade
JAMMU, Jun 22: The foundation stone for the Sabzi Mandi redevelopment project was laid at Parade area in Jammu East Assembly constituency, marking a significant step towards upgrading the city’s traditional vegetable market into a modern, well-organised commercial facility.
The foundation stone was laid by MLA Jammu East Yudhvir Sethi, while Jammu Municipal Corporation Commissioner and CEO, Jammu Smart City, Dr Devansh Yadav, along with Additional Chief Executive Officer (ACEO), Jammu Smart City, Kulbushan Khajuria, Project
Director Sunil Thosoo, General Manager Saleem UI Sabah, AEE Vivek Chopra, and other officials, were present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, MLA Yudhvir Sethi said the project will give a new identity to the Sabzi Mandi and significantly improve facilities for both vendors and customers.
He said the modern infrastructure will ensure better hygiene, smoother traffic movement, and a more organised trading environment in the area.
The project, with a DPR cost of Rs 5.88 crore aims to transform the existing mandi into a hygienic, structured, and user-friendly market equipped with improved civic amenities and durable infrastructure.
The redevelopment plan includes the construction of a spacious MS (Mild Steel) covered shed designed to provide weather-protected vending space for traders.
The facility will house 117 vendor platforms, each measuring 1.8 m × 2.1 m, ensuring systematic and orderly market operations.
The shed area will be developed with Kota stone flooring, while vendor platforms will feature granite cladding and granite tops for durability, hygiene, and ease of maintenance.
The project also includes 44 permanent commercial shop blocks measuring 2.4 m × 2.7 m to support vegetable vendors and allied businesses in a structured retail environment.
To improve sanitation, a strengthened drainage system will be developed along with repair and rehabilitation of existing drains, aimed at reducing waterlogging and improving overall cleanliness in the mandi premises.
A redesigned main entry gate with sandstone cladding will enhance the visual identity of the Sabzi Mandi, while modern public amenities including separate toilet blocks for men and women and drinking water cooler units will be installed for public convenience.
Movement and circulation areas will be developed using PQC (Pavement Quality Concrete) to withstand heavy pedestrian and light vehicular traffic, ensuring durability and reduced maintenance requirements.
Officials said the project focuses on improving market functionality through an organised layout, better accessibility, enhanced safety, and a more efficient shopping experience.
The use of quality construction materials is expected to ensure long-term sustainability and reduced upkeep costs.
The upgraded infrastructure also aims to strengthen hygiene standards through easy-to-clean surfaces, granite-finished platforms, and an improved drainage network, supporting better handling and sale of fresh produce.