Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Oct 10: A delegation of PHDCCI Jammu Regional Chapter, led by its president Vikrant Kuthiala, today called on Deputy Commissioner Jammu Sushma Chauhan, and took up several Jammu centric issues with her.
PHD Chamber of Commerce & Industry Jammu Region Chapter received number of representations and requests from Trade and Industry members for early resolution of the issues. Kuthiala briefed DC Jammu that the Jammu Master Plan 2032 was conceived and planned prior to conception and implementation of 8/4 Lanning of Jammu Akhnoor Highway and establishment of Metro Rail Network in Jammu City. All set off’s, right off-ways, building lines, assessment of traffic flow and future requirements were assessed and vetted before taking into consideration these two major Projects.
He requests that the Master Plan be re-examined in light of these two developments in particular on the roads and areas, where these projects are coming up. He also mentioned that Chamber would be submitting a detailed write-up on the Master Plan separately, very shortly. He also apprised DC Jammu of the concern being faced by the civil society at large and discussed the issues of extension of runway at Jammu Airport, creation of visitors car parking/ pick-up and drop off and creation of 3rd frisking point.
Rakesh Wazir, co-chairman requested for the expeditious completion of Jammu- Akhnoor segment of the highway as the construction has totally disrupted commercial activity in the area in addition to making life difficult for the residents due to constant disturbance and lack of proper approach to their establishments. He also drew DC’s attention to the fact that there is no drainage and sewerage system between the stretches from canal head on house side till Bakshi Nagar bridge. This part of the city has not been included in the drainage and sewerage project. This problem multiplies particularly during the rains when the rain water from the road floods the houses.
Kuldeep Gupta (co-chairman) requested for the construction of a service road from Palm Island Mall to Royal Palm apartments on the lines of the road which has been constructed opposite BSF Headquarters. He also mentioned that due to the ongoing Construction work of 4 Lanning and Flyover of Jammu-Akhnoor Road, a large number of Street Lights have either become defunct or defective from the stretch of Canal Head to Muthi. As a result the area is totally devoid of any street lights and an open invitation to anti social elements.
PHDCCI mentioned that due to widening of Jammu Akhnoor road the walk ways and greenery along with Canal is substantially reduced. The Govt has in its possession a land area of 300-400 kanals near Bhagwati Nagar. The Govt must create a dedicated park and recreational area there. Chamber also requested to develop a World class green park in Bhagwati Nagar area.
The DC gave a patience hearing and took note of the issues being raised by PHDCCI.
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