Minister lays stone for key road in Patti

Cabinet Minister Laljit Singh Bhullar laid the foundation stone on Sunday for the commencement of road construction work that will connect several villages in the Patti area to National Highway 54. The ceremony took place during a gathering in Kirtowal village.

In his address, the minister highlighted the development initiatives and public welfare schemes being implemented by the state government under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. He emphasised that the government’s sincere efforts in combating drug abuse and corruption have received a remarkable response from the public.

The minister announced that a 9-km-long and 10-ft-wide road will be constructed from Kirtowal to Dhattal, passing through Jindwala, Ratta Gudda, Alipur and Booh Havelian. This road will connect to the national highway and significantly benefit residents of the villages situated in the Sutlej bandh area.

He said that strict instructions have been issued to officials and contractors to maintain high-quality standards in the materials used for construction. The minister also listened to public grievances during the event and resolved several issues on the spot.

Officials from the Public Works Department (PWD) and other departments, along with public representatives, were present at the occasion.