Govt Approves New Road Projects in Gilgit-Baltistan
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Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan chaired a meeting at the National Highway Authority headquarters to review road projects in Gilgit-Baltistan, according to an official statement.
During the meeting, he approved a 54-kilometer road from Astore to Chilam Chowki and a 31-kilometer road from Skardu to Deosai.
He directed that all new roads must have a minimum width of 7.3 meters, while existing narrow routes should be widened and paved to improve safety in mountainous areas.
The minister said better road infrastructure is essential to support tourism in the region.
He also approved road projects in Upper Kachura, Basho and Shigar. He approved a 36-kilometer route connecting the Karakoram Highway to Naltar Scenic Lake and a 12-kilometer road to Fairy Meadows.
He directed the NHA to coordinate with the Gilgit-Baltistan government and prepare a detailed briefing on tourism-related projects to ensure timely completion.
