Garhwal Post Bureau
Khatima (US Nagar), 3 Nov: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami today laid the foundation stone for the proposed widening of the motor road from Khatima Chowk to Tharu Vikas Bhawan at a cost of Rs 14.97 crores during a programme held at Rana Market on Sitarganj Road in Khatima. Dhami is the local MLA from Khatima constituency.
Addressing the gathering on this occasion, the CM said that the widening of the road would make commuting easier for local residents, traders and people travelling from nearby areas. He said that the project would improve traffic management and help reduce congestion in the town.
Expressing gratitude for the affection and support of the people of Khatima, Dhami said his relationship with the constituency was not limited to that of a public representative but was akin to an unbreakable bond between a mother and son. He said the love and blessings of the people continued to inspire and energise him to serve the state.
Dhami said the state government remains committed to the overall development of Khatima and is continuously undertaking projects to improve roads, education, healthcare, transport and other basic civic amenities. He noted that significant work has been carried out in the education sector, including construction of buildings at the Government Degree College and modernisation of ITIs and girls’ schools.
The CM said that local residents are benefiting from infrastructure projects such as road widening works, construction of bridges and development of facilities including a bus station. He added that the government is also prioritising farmers’ interests by ensuring the operation of the sugar mill, timely crushing of sugarcane and prompt payments to growers.
He further said extensive efforts are being made to strengthen the drainage system in Khatima. Development of the Oxygen Park, Crocodile Park and various religious sites would also help promote tourism activities in the region.
Dhami said transforming Khatima into a clean, beautiful and modern town equipped with improved civic facilities remains, a key priority for him. He reiterated that development works related to the constituency would continue with full commitment in the future as well.
Earlier, the CM walked from Khatima Chowk to the programme venue, where the local residents welcomed him at several places with flowers and garlands.
District Panchayat Chairman Ajay Maurya, Mohini Pokhariya, Santosh Gaurav, Gambhir Singh Dhami, Kishan Singh, Ranjeet Singh Namdhari, BJP leader Satish Bhatt, Ramu Bharti, ADM Pankaj Upadhyay and other public representatives and officials were present on the occasion.
