Havelian: Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Murtaza Javed Abbasi has released PKR 300 million funds for the rehabilitation of Karakoram Highway’s (KKH) section from Haripur to Abbottabad, according to news published on May 18.
Read: Karakoram Highway makes to list of world’s 15 beautiful most beautiful roads
The federal minister addressed the media during his visit to Havelian and Ayub Bridge. He stated that the GT and KKH roads are in dilapidated condition. He went on to say that the incumbent government has asked National Highway Authority (NHA) to carry out the repair work. Minister Abbasi has directed the NHA officials to speed up the repair work on the Ayub Bridge.
Read: Karakoram Highway’s Dasu-Raikot section to be completed in Q1
Reportedly, Ayub Bridge was to be opened to traffic after Eid; however, the work has been delayed because of Eid Holidays. The NHA officials have assured the minister that the said bridge will be opened to traffic. The minister has also ordered the NHA to widen and blacktop the Langra bridge.