Chandigarh, October 24
Punjab Public Works Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO on Friday instructed the officials to speed up the work of road projects and complete the projects before November 15, 2025 in wake of Martyrdom Day celebrations.
In a press briefing issued here, the Cabinet Minister said that the Chandigarh Circle of the Public Works Department has finalized a comprehensive plan for the upgrading and maintenance of key roads and lighting infrastructure in Shri Anandpur Sahib, coinciding with the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji. The total estimated grant for the planned works and associated maintenance activities amounts to approximately ₹24.51 Crore .
Harbhajan Singh ETO said that the plan includes the upgrading of vital roads such as the Sri Anandpur Sahib to Dashmesh Academy Road, internal city roads and the route from Sri Anandpur Sahib to Sri Naina Devi Road, among others. A major component involves the improvement of road surfaces, bridges and connected lanes with an estimated cost of ₹23 crore. An additional ₹77.58 lacs has been allocated for special repair and maintenance works.
The Cabinet Minister further said that repair works covering strategic road stretches and electrical maintenance of road lighting have also been prioritized. Regular and special repairs, replacement of damaged electrical poles, installation of LED lighting and the upgrade of aluminum and copper wiring are part of the initiative, addressing both functional efficiency and safety.
Harbhajan Singh ETO informed that total sanctioned amount for these works stands at ₹24.51 crores. The department reaffirms its commitment to ensuring top-quality infrastructure to facilitate smooth travel for pilgrims and residents as well as to enhance the overall environment during this historic commemoration.
