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Omar Abdullah Highlights Chinar Trees as Obstacle to Ganderbal Road Widening
✍️ Kashmir Life
🗓 16 Oct 2026, 05:36 AM
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Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has identified the presence of chinar trees along Ganderbal Road as a major impediment to the planned widening project, urging authorities to address the issue.
The Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, addressed the issue of chinar trees obstructing the widening of Ganderbal Road during a recent statement. The road, which runs through the Ganderbal district, is slated for expansion to improve connectivity between the district and Srinagar.
Abdullah noted that the dense growth of chinar trees along the proposed widening corridor poses a significant challenge to the project’s execution. He urged the relevant departments to devise a plan that balances environmental concerns with infrastructure development.
The widening scheme is part of a broader initiative to upgrade major roads in the state, aiming to reduce travel time and enhance safety for commuters. The Chief Minister’s remarks come as the project has faced delays due to the logistical difficulties presented by the trees.
Officials from the Public Works Department are expected to release a revised timeline that incorporates measures for tree management and road construction. The government has emphasized its commitment to completing the project while preserving the region’s natural heritage.
Abdullah noted that the dense growth of chinar trees along the proposed widening corridor poses a significant challenge to the project’s execution. He urged the relevant departments to devise a plan that balances environmental concerns with infrastructure development.
The widening scheme is part of a broader initiative to upgrade major roads in the state, aiming to reduce travel time and enhance safety for commuters. The Chief Minister’s remarks come as the project has faced delays due to the logistical difficulties presented by the trees.
Officials from the Public Works Department are expected to release a revised timeline that incorporates measures for tree management and road construction. The government has emphasized its commitment to completing the project while preserving the region’s natural heritage.