 Early Times Report
JAMMU, May 23: Divisional Commissioner, Ramesh Kumar, chaired a meeting to assess the progress of the beautification project for the approach road to Bahu Fort and the development of amenities in the Bahu Fort area under the Smart City Project. The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Avny Lavasa; Director Tourism, Vivekanand Rai; CEO Jammu Smart City Limited, Rahul Yadav; VC JDA, Director Floriculture, SSP Traffic, Chief Engineers of JPDCL, Jal Shakti, along with senior officers from Fisheries and other concerned departments.
During the meeting, it was reported that several projects have already been completed, including the installation of a musical fountain and a Light & Sound Show at Bahu Fort. Work is currently underway on the Oceanarium at Bagh-e-Bahu and the Entry gate at Harki Pouri. Furthermore, significant progress has been made on the beautification of the approach road to Bahu Fort, including the construction of footpaths, drains, and premixing of the approach road as part of the Junction Improvement Project. Jammu Smart City Limited (JSCL) has proposed additional works for the comprehensive development of the Bahu Fort area, including the construction of footpaths from Balidan Stambh to Bahu Fort - NH bypass (2.1 km length), RCC drains, a new main entry gate, restoration of shop facades, vending zones, toilet blocks, landscaping, queue management, and flooring of Bahu Fort shrine area, among others.
The Divisional Commissioner directed Jal Shakti and JPDCL to assess utility shifting requirements and complete them within a specified timeframe to ensure timely completion of the project. The Div Com emphasized that upon completion of the project, the Bahu Fort area would experience an increase in tourist footfall and a boost in pilgrimage tourism. |
