SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday inaugurated and laid foundation stones for developmental projects worth over Rs 52 crore in Anantnag district, focusing on drinking water supply, road connectivity and bridge infrastructure.
Among the major projects inaugurated were Jal Jeevan Mission water supply schemes at Semthan, costing Rs 6.29 crore, Shoul Sarsuna at Rs 5.66 crore, and Chontipora Baghwanpora at Rs 5.08 crore.
The Chief Minister also laid foundation stones for the upgradation of the Ashajipora–Donipawa road, estimated to cost Rs 3.61 crore, and the construction of a steel girder bridge over Nallah Brengi at Her-Kandiwara, costing Rs 3.18 crore.
The water supply schemes are aimed at improving access to safe drinking water, while the road upgradation and bridge projects are expected to strengthen connectivity in the district, including in remote areas.
The projects form part of the government’s efforts to strengthen essential infrastructure and improve public services across Jammu and Kashmir.
The details of the individual projects provided account for Rs 23.82 crore of the total announced investment of over Rs 52 crore.
