Development Momentum picks up in Nowshera as Deputy CM inaugurates projects

RAJOURI : Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, on Tuesday inaugurated a series of developmental projects in Nowshera, reaffirming the Government’s commitment towards strengthening the infrastructure and ensuring holistic development of the region.
Upon his arrival in Nowshera, Deputy Chief Minister paid obeisance at Gari Mata Mandir and sought blessings for peace and prosperity of the Union Territory.
He, later, inaugurated a Mega Job Fair at Dak Bungalow Nowshera, providing a significant platform for local youth to explore employment opportunities and engage with potential employers.
During his visit, the Deputy Chief Minister paid obeisance at Thakurdawara Mandir and prayed for peace, prosperity and well-being of the people.
Further strengthening infrastructure, the Deputy Chief Minister laid the foundation stone for a Receiving Station at Hastanagurah, Gagrote. This was followed by a Public Outreach Programme where he listened to the grievances and demands of the local residents and assured their timely redressal.
Continuing the developmental push, he inaugurated the road from Gagrote to Shamshan Ghat, which is expected to significantly improve connectivity and facilitate ease of movement for the local population.
A Public Outreach Programme was also held near Ram Mandir, where the people projected various issues pertaining to civic amenities and development.
Later, Surinder Choudhary laid the foundation stone for a 3.15 MVA, 33/11 KV Receiving Station at Kuldabi, aimed at strengthening the power infrastructure and ensuring reliable electricity supply to the area. A Public Outreach Programme was also conducted at Behanigala, Kuldabi, where the Deputy Chief Minister reiterated the Government’s commitment towards inclusive development and responsive governance.
The Deputy Chief Minister also laid the foundation stone for upgradation of road from Main Road Sehal (Tutani Galla) to Guard Mohalla, Ward No. 4 Sehal, to be executed by PWD (R&B) at an estimated cost of Rs 228.00 lakh.
Surinder Choudhary emphasized that such initiatives reflect the Government’s resolve to boost employment opportunities, improve basic infrastructure and maintain close engagement with the public to address their concerns effectively.
Among others present on the occasion included ADC Nowshera Pritam Lal Thapa, Joint Director Employment, Joint Director Mining Fareed Kohli, Deputy Director Employment Mohd Nawaz, DSWO Abdul Raheem, Tehsildar Nowshera, BDO Nowshera Gokul Kumar and other district and sectoral officers.