Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!🌟 Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. JAMMU: Dr. Sunil Bhardwaj, BJP MLA from Ramnagar, strongly raised the concerns and developmental needs of his constituency during today’s session of the Legislative Assembly. He quoted that PM Narendra Modi’s quote that-“Democracy thrives on debate, dissent and dialogue” and as principal opposition we are questioning and challenging government to improve governance.
He highlighted that awarding tenders at the lowest possible cost has often led to poor quality and execution of projects on the ground. He urged the government to adopt a more pragmatic and efficient tendering process and to strictly blacklist contractors whose work fails to meet quality standards, violates defect liability periods, or delays project timelines.
Dr. Bhardwaj acknowledged that some constituency-related issues have been addressed, such as the motor-able bridge from Ghordi Khas to Jandrode for rs 2.06 cr, Hansa-Jode foot bridge for Rs 1.20 cr and building for PWD Division Ramnagar for Rs 1.44 cr. However, he emphasized that many other bridges and roads remain pending and require urgent attention. These include: Foot overbridge over River Ujj in Chanju (Panchayat Mang); Rassan Bridge; Dhiran Bridge; Malti to Kalda Bridge; Kadwalat Bridge; Chakal Bridge; Neeli Bridge; Dudu Bridge.
He also pointed out that the Dakbunglow in Chowki is in a dilapidated condition and needs immediate funds for repairs to make it operational. The construction of the SDM building in Basantgarh is still at the tender stage and requires rescheduling and prompt allotment. He further stressed the urgent need for a PWD guest house in Basantgarh to facilitate tourists and locals.
Speaking on road infrastructure, Dr. Bhardwaj stated that several key roads in Ramnagar need immediate attention and must be prioritized, including: Ramnagar to Basantgarh road (neglected for 70 years) — needs widening and conversion into an all-weather highway under CRF or other government plans; Dudu (Kirchi) to Seoz Dhar road — pending environmental clearance, must be expedited and take up on top priority; Chakal to Chigla Balota via Sia Mehri; Kulwanta Zoffer to Barrian road; Sunetar to payala Nalda to Chountra Mata road must be sanctioned at the earliest under appropriate plan. Besides, Mussal to Rassain road; Chowki Ghordi road to Palal Mallianala road; Ramnagar Preya Kella road; Khaned to Chochru Gala road; Lodhra to Laloan road.
It is important to mention that Ramnagar to Dalsar road is very important and needs immediate repair. He also emphasized that under PMGSY, all pending proposals for road connectivity to unconnected habitations in Ramnagar must be approved and executed swiftly to address the long-standing issues of this remote region.
