MLA Banihal inaugurates single stretch of Banihal Bypass Flyover

Banihal, Jan 05: National Conference (NC) leader and MLA Banihal, Sajjad Shaheen on Sunday inaugurated the single stretch of the Banihal Bypass Flyover, marking a significant milestone in easing traffic congestion and improving connectivity in the region.
The MLA highlighted the importance of the project, calling it a landmark development for road commuters, including passengers, tourists, and especially the residents of Banihal. The flyover is expected to decongest the town significantly, reduce travel times, and contribute to the region’s economic growth.
“This project, initiated under the leadership of late Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh during the National Conference-led government headed by then Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in 2010, and later carried forward by the present regime under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reflects a shared commitment to progress and development,” the MLA said.
Expressing gratitude to the National Highways Authority of India (NHIA), project management, engineers and field staff for their hard work, Shaheen commended their dedication and efficiency in completing the project.
The MLA proposed naming the Banihal-Qazigund Tunnel as Dr Manmohan Singh Tunnel to honour the former Prime Minister’s visionary leadership in advancing infrastructure development. He further suggested naming the Banihal Bypass Bridge as Sher-e-Kashmir Bridge to commemorate Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah’s pivotal contributions to Jammu and Kashmir’s history and progress.
“These names will serve as lasting tributes to two leaders whose legacies have profoundly impacted the development of our nation,” Shaheen said.