Ladakh L-G virtually opens Rs 180.24 cr projects in Kargil

Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Kavinder Gupta on Sunday virtually inaugurated projects worth Rs 180.24 crore in Kargil district of the UT.

The Kargil district administration hosted an event to welcome Gupta on his maiden visit to Kargil after assuming the charge of L-G Ladakh.

The L-G virtually laid the foundation stone for the construction of a 300m double-lane motorable bridge with pedestrian path on both sides over the Suru river, construction of 25m-span motorable bridge, including link road from Shakardo to Zungthang, inauguration of 30m-span steel plate girder bridge of Brakfos Ayet Hagnis, steel motorable bridge over Lungnak river at Testa Lungnak, widening and upgrade of Namsuru Tangole Road among other projects.

Addressing the gathering, L-G Gupta stated that inauguration and stone-laying of these developmental projects in Kargil show that the region is on the right development path. He also stated that the UT administration would make concerted efforts to fulfil the expectations and aspirations of the people of Kargil.

The L-G informed the gathering about his meetings with a large number of delegations during his visit to Kargil and Drass and their positive feedback on various development activities taken by the UT administration and the Hill Councils. He stated that Kargil’s development should be a collaborative effort by exploring all means possible.

Highlighting that road and air connectivity would be his priority with the opening of Zoji La Tunnel as a game-changer, the L-G informed that it would be a moment to cherish for people of Ladakh when the tunnel is thrown open for traffic for year-round connectivity. He stated that efforts are being made with the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation to take up the issue of the operation of civilian flights in Kargil.

Stating that the development of tourism is one of his top priorities, the L-G said that efforts would be made to improve road connectivity to ensure a seamless experience for tourists during his visit to Ladakh.