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Punjab govt launches project to develop world-class streets across the state's cities

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....unjab govt launches project to develop world-class streets across the state's cities<BR>PTI News<BR>Dated:- 15-3-2025<BR>PTI<BR>Chandigarh, Mar 15 (PTI) Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema announced an ambitious project on Saturday to develop world-class streets across the state's cities. He mentioned that, in the initial phase, three major cities -- Amritsar, Ludhiana and Jalandhar -- wil....

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....l be covered. Together, these cities will witness the transformation of 42 kilometers of prominent streets into meticulously designed urban spaces, with an investment of over Rs 140 crore, he said. Cheema expressed confidence in the project's potential, stating that, based on the outcomes and public feedback, it would be extended to all cities in Punjab. He explained that four core activitie....

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....s have been outlined under this project, which will redefine the cities’ streetscapes. The roads will undergo comprehensive redesigns to address traffic bottlenecks, ensure uniform road width and enhance drainage systems to prevent recurring damage. "The initiative also includes the construction of universally accessible, resilient, and visually appealing footpaths, complemented by landscaping....

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.... to curb dust pollution. Services such as streetlights, bus stands, and water-supply lines will be realigned to improve aesthetics and functionality. The project includes a robust maintenance plan, where the contractors developing the roads will ensure their upkeep for the next ten years, promoting accountability and long-term quality," said Cheema. He further added that this initiative would ro....

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....ll out in three distinct phases. The first phase focuses on design, engaging top urban planners and international experts to draft detailed layouts over a four-month period. The second phase involves an eight-month construction period, during which leading construction agencies will bring these designs to life in accordance with international standards. The final phase ensures a decade-long ....

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....maintenance commitment from the construction agencies, coupled with regular mechanised cleaning using advanced equipment. The roads in Amritsar, Ludhiana, and Jalandhar have been carefully selected for this transformation. Amritsar will see the upgradation of a total of 17.5 km of seven stretches, while Ludhiana and Jalandhar will cover 12.4 kilometers and 12.3 km, respectively. PTI CHS ARD AR....

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....D<BR> News - Press release - PIB....