Jasrotia inaugurates ₹193 lakh rural road projects in Dinga Amb, pushes last-mile connectivity drive

• First-time post-1947 road links open new era of connectivity, boost rural mobility and economic access

JASROTA: Reaffirming his focus on inclusive and grassroots-level development, BJP MLA from Jasrota constituency, Rajiv Jasrotia, today inaugurated five major development projects in Block Dinga Amb, collectively worth ₹193 lakh. The projects are aimed at significantly strengthening rural connectivity, improving accessibility, and addressing long-pending infrastructure gaps in the region.

The inaugurated works include a vented causeway at Kadetar, Katli, constructed at a cost of ₹20 lakh, which is expected to provide safe and uninterrupted passage during monsoon conditions and seasonal water flow. Another key project is the link road to SC Mohalla Balote, developed at ₹23 lakh, which will provide much-needed connectivity to the area’s residential cluster, ensuring smoother movement for residents, school-going children, and emergency services.

Further strengthening the road network, the Katli link road has been completed at a cost of ₹50 lakh, improving intra-village connectivity and linking important local habitations. The Magloor to Jambal Dode link road, built at ₹30 lakh, is expected to significantly reduce travel time and improve access to nearby markets and administrative centres. The largest of the inaugurated works, the Dabhi Babittee link road costing ₹70 lakh, will serve as a crucial connectivity corridor for multiple villages, enabling better transportation of agricultural produce and daily essentials.

A notable highlight of these projects is that several of the roads have been constructed for the first time since 1947, marking a historic development milestone for the region. For decades, residents of these areas had been demanding proper road connectivity, and the completion of these projects is being seen as a long-awaited fulfilment of those aspirations.

The improved road infrastructure is expected to bring transformative changes to the socio-economic landscape of the region. Easier access to healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and nearby markets will not only enhance the quality of life but also strengthen local livelihoods by facilitating smoother movement of goods and services.

Speaking on the occasion, MLA Rajiv Jasrotia reiterated his commitment to equitable development across all parts of the constituency, particularly focusing on far-flung and underserved areas. He stated that strengthening rural infrastructure remains a top priority and assured that more developmental initiatives are in the pipeline to ensure balanced regional growth.

MLA Rajiv Jasrotia also emphasized that development in rural and remote areas cannot be viewed in isolation but must be pursued through sustained planning, transparent execution, and timely completion of projects. He underlined that road connectivity is the backbone of rural transformation, as it directly impacts education, healthcare access, agriculture marketing, and overall socio-economic progress. He further stated that his consistent effort has been to ensure that even the most far-flung habitations receive equitable attention under development planning.

Reiterating his people-centric approach, Jasrotia added that he remains committed to regularly monitoring ongoing works and ensuring that quality standards are strictly maintained in all infrastructure projects. He said that his priority is not only to initiate development works but also to ensure their long-term durability and utility for the public. The MLA assured that more such connectivity and infrastructure projects will be taken up in a phased manner to further strengthen the rural road network in the constituency.

Locals and community members present on the occasion expressed satisfaction and gratitude over the completion of long-pending road projects, terming them a “transformational step” that would reshape connectivity and development prospects in the area.