Mohsin Naqvi reviews Margalla Road Extension, Sangjhani Interchange projects; 35% work completed

ISLAMABAD, Nov 06 (APP):Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Thursday visited the Margalla Road Extension and Sangjhani Interchange projects in Islamabad to review construction progress, with 35 per cent of the development work completed so far.

He directed the authorities to further accelerate the pace of work to ensure timely completion.

During the visit, the interior minister reviewed the ongoing construction activities and received a briefing on the progress of the projects.

Mohsin Naqvi said the project would connect Margalla Road with the motorway and provide an alternative route for people travelling to and from Islamabad.

He said the completion of the project would make access to Islamabad easier for people coming from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It would also facilitate commuters travelling to Islamabad International Airport.

The minister said residents of the relevant sectors of Islamabad and people travelling from GT Road would also have easier access to the federal capital through the new route.

He said special attention was being given to tree plantation and environmental protection as part of the project. Thousands of new trees were being planted, while green areas were also being improved.

The interior minister directed the concerned authorities to speed up construction work further.

During the briefing, officials informed the minister that 35 per cent of the development work had been completed.

They said the project included one underpass and one interchange, which would form part of the road network connecting Margalla Road with the motorway.

CDA Chairman, Deputy Commissioner Islamabad and other concerned officials were also present during the visit.