01/09/2026
Representation submitted to LG seeking fast-track of key projects for Bhaderwah
Bhaderwah: Seeking a major push to the development of Bhaderwah and the wider Chenab Valley, former Sarpanch and National Awardee Ashok Kumar Sharma and BJP District Doda General Secretary Sanjay Saraf have submitted a representation to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, urging expeditious action on several long-pending connectivity, education and tourism projects.
In their representation, the duo sought the Lieutenant Governor’s intervention for time-bound progress on six major demands, describing them as crucial for the economic, educational and tourism development of Bhaderwah.
The first major demand is the Chattergalla Tunnel Project, aimed at providing all-weather connectivity between Kathua and Doda. They said early progress on the project would improve connectivity and strengthen the economic potential of Bhaderwah and the Chenab Valley.
They also demanded the establishment/upgradation of a University Campus at Bhaderwah, stating that it would provide quality higher-education opportunities to students of the region and contribute to its socio-economic development.
On tourism, the representation called for priority development of Jai Valley, Drodhu, Guldanda, Padri and Khellani Park. The signatories urged that the Bhaderwah Development Authority (BDA) be provided special and dedicated funds for tourism infrastructure, beautification, basic amenities, development of tourist destinations and promotion of new tourist spots.
Another key demand is the Gandola/Cable Car Project from Mathola village to Seoj Dhar, which they said could emerge as a major tourism attraction and enhance the tourist experience in Bhaderwah.
The representation also sought expedited action on the Doda-Bhaderwah 4-lane road project, calling it a long-pending and highly important demand. They urged the authorities to complete pending formalities and commence construction work at the earliest.
The sixth demand relates to the development and promotion of Kailash Yatra as a major pilgrimage destination. The signatories requested that the yatra be developed on the lines of the Amarnath Ji Yatra, with improved infrastructure, pilgrim facilities, connectivity, sanitation, accommodation, medical and safety arrangements and route development.
They said structured development of the Kailash Yatra could establish Bhaderwah as a prominent pilgrimage and tourism destination of Jammu and Kashmir while generating employment and economic opportunities for local residents.
The representation appealed to the Lieutenant Governor to direct the concerned departments and agencies to review the status of these projects, resolve pending issues and ensure time-bound implementation.
The signatories expressed hope that his intervention would provide renewed momentum to the long-standing developmental demands of Bhaderwah and help transform the area into a stronger tourism, education and connectivity hub of the Chenab Valley.
