Mansehra: Federal Planning and Development Minister Ahsan Iqbal initiated the blacktopping of the Balakot-Garhi Habibullah Road and the construction of the Hassa Bridge over the Kunhar River, a news source reported on August 10.
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As per the details, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif sanctioned funds amounting to PKR 1.2 billion for Balakot-Garhi Habibullah Road and the construction of the Hassa Bridge, as confirmed by PML-N Central Vice-President Sardar Mohammad Yusuf. He highlighted that various projects have been launched in the Hazara division including the Hazara Motorway, projects related to airports, gas, and various other developmental initiatives.
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Yusuf added that these endeavours are poised to bring about positive socioeconomic transformations in the lives of the residents. He revealed that the construction of the Mansehra-Muzaffarabad Motorway is set to commence soon, as the federal government has not only approved this major project but has also allocated funds for its realization.