Mian Altaf urges BRO to expedite work on Jammu–Rajouri Highway

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25 Apr 2026

RAJOURI, April 24 : National Conference MP from Anantnag-Rajouri Mian Altaf Ahmad has urged the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) to expedite repair and maintenance work on vital stretches of the Jammu–Rajouri highway, citing public inconvenience and safety concerns.

In a statement issued , Mian Altaf said that the BRO has done some good work over past few months along the Jammu-Poonch highway , however several portions of the highway, particularly between Rajouri-Poonch via Bhimber have developed potholes and are in urgent need of repairs and blacktopping.

“The Jammu–Rajouri highway is the lifeline for the twin border districts of Rajouri and Poonch. Daily commuters, patients, students, and security forces face hardships due to the poor condition of the road,” he said.

The MP pointed out that till the completion and opening of Manjakote tunnel the old road stretch upto Bhimber area should be repaired and maintained to make it convenient for commuters .

He said the delay in maintenance work is also hampering the movement of essential supplies and defense vehicles. The statement also said that a few stretches of Thanamdi- Surankote road are in dilapidated condition and need repair.

Mian Altaf urged the BRO authorities to deploy additional men and machinery and ensure that the repair work is completed on a war footing.

“The road is strategically and economically important for the entire Pir Panjal region. Its timely upkeep will benefit lakhs of people and strengthen connectivity,” he added.