Road adoption scheme launched in Amritsar, 41 stretches identified in 1st phase

In a bid to make the roads of cities and towns in the district safe and more commuter friendly, Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sawhney, has launched a road adoption campaign, wherein all senior administration officials have been asked to look after the road assigned to them.

The initiative aims to ensure that the roads in the district are safe for commuting and provide a comfortable journey to the people. As part of the campaign, senior officers, including additional deputy commissioners, SDMs and tehsildars will be responsible for adopting 10-km stretches of roads in cities and towns. They will oversee the maintenance of these roads, including repairs, plantations and installation of safety features such as streetlights, reflectors and information boards.

The officers will also be responsible for identifying areas prone to road accidents and taking measures to prevent these. The campaign will be implemented in consultation with the traffic police to ensure that the roads are safe for commuters.

In the first phase, 41 roads have been identified for adoption in the district. The Deputy Commissioner expressed hope that the campaign would be successful and extended to all cities and towns, providing safety and comfort to the people.

Sawhney said that the initiative was a step towards improving the infrastructure and safety of the roads in the district, and it is expected to make a significant difference in the lives of commuters. By adopting roads and taking responsibility for their maintenance, the officers are expected to play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and comfort of the people, she added.

Amritsar