Kathua: In a major step towards strengthening rural infrastructure and ensuring last-mile connectivity, MLA Jasrota Rajiv Jasrotia and MLA Basohli Darshan Singh today inaugurated the construction and maintenance work of a key road project under PMGSY-IV. The road stretches from L023 (Link Road) at Km 7th of Boura Road to Athialta, covering a total length of 24.95 km at an estimated cost of ₹68 crore 65 lakh. The project is expected to bring long-awaited relief to residents of remote and interior villages by providing safe, durable and all-weather road connectivity.
The PMGSY-IV road is poised to transform the socio-economic landscape of the region by connecting habitations that have long remained cut off due to poor road infrastructure. The improved connectivity will not only reduce travel time but will also facilitate easier access to healthcare facilities, educational institutions, markets, and government services, thereby improving the overall quality of life for the rural population.
Addressing the gathering, MLA Rajiv Jasrotia termed the inauguration a historic moment for the people of Jasrota. He said the road project would act as a catalyst for socio-economic transformation, opening new avenues for development, employment generation and economic activity. He emphasized that improved road connectivity would significantly boost agriculture, horticulture, and local trade, while also easing daily commuting for students, patients, and working professionals.
MLA Rajiv Jasrotia expressed deep gratitude to Union Minister, PMO Dr. Jitendra Singh Ji, for his keen personal interest and proactive intervention in sanctioning this vital road project. He said that Dr. Jitendra Singh’s development-oriented vision, coupled with continuous monitoring, ensured that a long-pending public demand was finally translated into a tangible outcome. The MLA added that such projects reflect the Prime Minister’s commitment to inclusive growth and equitable development, particularly in border and hilly regions of Jammu & Kashmir.
Reaffirming the BJP leadership’s resolve, Rajiv Jasrotia assured the public of quality execution, transparency, and timely completion of all development projects. He lauded the role of the district administration, engineers, and concerned departments for their coordinated efforts and urged the public to protect and preserve public infrastructure. The MLA informed that several more projects related to roads, power supply, drinking water, and social infrastructure are in the pipeline for the constituency.
Speaking on the occasion, MLA Basohli Darshan Singh described the PMGSY road as a lifeline for rural and border villages, asserting that strong road connectivity is the backbone of sustainable development. He said the project would substantially reduce the isolation of far-flung areas, improve emergency response and disaster management, and ensure smoother movement of goods and services, thereby strengthening the local economy and rural livelihoods.
Darshan Singh also extended sincere thanks to Union Minister PMO Dr. Jitendra Singh Ji for his continuous support and decisive role in securing approval for the project. He said the Minister’s hands-on approach and close coordination with elected representatives have accelerated infrastructure development across the region. The MLA reiterated his commitment to working in close coordination with the Jasrota leadership to ensure balanced, inclusive, and sustained development across Basohli and adjoining areas.
Prominent among those present on the occasion included DDC Barnoti Sushma Devi, BDC Chairman Sushma, Mandal Pradhan Jasrota Balwant Singh, Mandal Pradhan Logate Surinder Singh, District President Mahila Morcha Kajal Rajput, and Sarpanches Sushma, Bholi Singh, Sukhdev Singh, Pappu, Niku, Kumar Manglam, Shiv Dev Singh, Parshotam Singh, Jagdish Poonia. Others present were Gurmeet Singh Baabu, Nimmi Devi, Capt. Omkar Singh, Nisha, Sonu, Nittu Pathania, Jinder Jasrotia, Vijay Chairman, Joginder Singh, Randeep Pappi, Rekha Devi, Sardar Harjeet Singh, Gandharb Singh, besides officers from various concerned government departments.
