The first project involves laying RBM on the Larey-Smal to Sochi Moh Road in Panchayat Sumwal, Block Majalta. The work is being undertaken under the CD & P Budget 2026–27 at an estimated cost of Rs. 0.49 mn. The second project covers the Balpur Kamdala Road from Km 0.350 to Bani, extending 4.1 km in Block Khoon, under PMGSY-IV, Batch-I, 2026–27, with a sanctioned cost of Rs. 88.77 mn.
Pathania said the projects were part of efforts to develop Udhampur East as a well-connected road hub, with a dependable network extending to villages and remote areas. He described road infrastructure as essential to economic growth, social integration and balanced regional development, while highlighting its role in connecting communities with education, healthcare, markets, employment and public services.
The MLA reiterated that strengthening roads across the constituency remained a priority, particularly in underserved areas. He said durable, all-weather roads would help ensure that development benefits reached every household and that no area was excluded from public infrastructure initiatives.
Pathania also said macadamisation work on Dhar Road from Paldhai to Battal was in progress. The remaining stretch from Battal to Kishanpur would be taken up shortly. Local residents welcomed the initiatives and expressed appreciation for the steps being taken to improve connectivity. Those present included Mandal Pradhans Mohan Lal Sharma and Mohinder Sharma, Raman Khajuria, Devi Dass, Kulwant Singh, Bishan Dass and several residents.