Jammu & Kashmir has achieved a significant milestone in infrastructure development with the completion of a 4-lane, 2.35-km bypass to Banihal town on the Ramban–Banihal section of NH-44. The project, completed at a cost of ₹224.44 crore, was announced by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari.
In a post on X, Gadkari said, ” Strategically located on the Ramban–Banihal section of NH-44, the bypass features 4 viaducts spanning 1,513 meters and 3 culverts, effectively addressing the persistent bottleneck caused by roadside markets and shops.”
“Initially, 2-lane traffic will be released and 4-lane traffic shall be released after junction development within 15 days”, he said.
“This critical infrastructure ensures unhindered traffic flow, significantly reducing travel time and congestion for both tourists and defense vehicles en route to the Kashmir Valley. Beyond improving regional connectivity, the bypass strengthens national security logistics and enhances tourism prospects in the region”, Gadkari said.
He said that Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this transformative project contributes to economic growth while elevating Jammu & Kashmir’s status as a premier tourist destination.
