Himachal’s Highway Dreams: Four-Lane Roads to Boost Connectivity and Tourism
In Parliament today, Dr. Sikandar Kumar, Rajya Sabha MP and BJP State General Secretary, brought the spotlight onto two crucial road projects in Himachal Pradesh—the Jhalera to Amb stretch of NH-503 Extension and the Punjab border to Nadaun section of NH-03. He urged the Union Government to fast-track their widening and four-laning, calling them lifelines for residents and vital routes for pilgrims and tourists alike.
The proposal includes upgrading nearly 29 kilometers from Jhalera to Amb in Una district into a four-lane highway, with land acquisition already underway. Officials have identified four accident-prone black spots in Amb, which are being addressed at a cost of ₹5 crore. Similarly, the Gagret-to-Nadaun stretch, part of the Jalandhar-Hoshiarpur-Gagret-Amb-Nadaun corridor, is set to improve trade between Punjab and Himachal while easing access to religious sites like Mata Chintpurni, Mata Jwalaji, and Maa Chamundaji.
Dr. Sikandar emphasized that these projects are more than just roads—they are pathways to safer travel, stronger local industries, and better opportunities for farmers and small businesses. “Improved infrastructure will reduce congestion, cut accidents, and give a boost to tourism and agriculture,” he said.
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways confirmed that work on preparing detailed project reports and land acquisition is already in progress. Once completed, the four-lane highways are expected to transform connectivity in Una and Hamirpur districts, opening doors to economic growth and smoother journeys for residents and visitors alike.
