Shimla: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today here between the Himachal Pradesh Public Works Department (PWD) and SJVNL, in the presence of Public Works and Urban Development Minister Vikramaditya Singh. The MoU was signed for undertaking infrastructure development works worth Rs. 72.82 crore under the Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R) Plan of the 382 MW Sunni Dam Hydroelectric Project.
The MoU was signed by Superintending Engineer Deepak Raj Chauhan on behalf of PWD and Executive Director Vikas Sharma on behalf of SJVNL. The Minster said that the initiative aims to strengthen infrastructure in project-affected areas and accelerate regional development
Under the agreement, the upgradation and widening of the MDR-22 road from Khaira to Ogli and the construction of a 152-metre-span bridge over the Sutlej River at Ogli-Parlog will be undertaken. These works will improve road connectivity, facilitate smoother movement and provide safer and more convenient transportation for local residents.
Vikramaditya Singh said that the state government is committed to strengthen infrastructure and providing better facilities to local residents. He said that the initiative would further strengthen infrastructure and support development activities, particularly in the Shimla Rural Assembly constituency. Better coordination among departments and project authorities would help ensure the timely completion of development works.
