Government Approves Rs. 200 Million Road Project to Facilitate Sikh Pilgrims Traveling to Kartarpur

Islamabad, Jan 6: The Government of Pakistan has approved the Narowal-Sialkot Road project to ease access for Sikh pilgrims visiting Kartarpur. Federal Minister for Planning, Ahsan Iqbal, inaugurated the 1.54 km project on Sunday, costing Rs. 200 million.

Project Details

• Duration: 5 months.
• Scope:
  • Road construction and widening.
  • Sewerage system improvement.

Key Benefits

1. Pilgrim Facilitation: Easier access to Kartarpur for Sikh pilgrims.
2. Traffic Relief: Alleviates congestion near Narowal Railway Station.
3. Economic Boost: Increased employment opportunities and commercial activities in the region.

This initiative demonstrates Pakistan’s commitment to promoting religious tourism while addressing local infrastructure challenges.