Thapa takes up Gangtok Ring Road proposal with NHIDCL

GANGTOK, : Sikkim BJP president DR Thapa on Friday held a productive meeting with NHIDCL executive director Ashok Kumar Saha at the regional office here regarding a Ring Road around Gangtok and national highways.

The discussion focused on the progress of ongoing NHIDCL projects in Sikkim, with the State BJP president emphasizing the need to ensure minimal disruptions for commuters on national highways during the monsoon season. He urged NHIDCL to prioritize maintenance and timely interventions to address weather-related challenges, ensuring safe and smooth travel for Sikkim’s residents, a State BJP press release informs.

The meeting also served as a follow-up to a recent interaction with the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, Tourism, and Culture, during which Thapa had met VishweshwarHegdeKageri, MP from Karnataka at Gangtok.

In that discussion, Thapa submitted a memorandum advocating for the construction of a Ring Road around Gangtok to alleviate future traffic congestion in the capital city.

During today’s meeting with Saha, the State BJP president reiterated the importance of the proposed Ring Road, exploring its feasibility, potential challenges, and alignment with Sikkim’s infrastructure development goals. He stressed that the project could significantly enhance traffic management and urban mobility in Gangtok, benefiting both residents and tourists.

Additionally, Thapa highlighted the need for sustainable and resilient infrastructure to support Sikkim’s growing tourism sector and economic development. He requested NHIDCL to expedite project timelines while ensuring quality as well as addressing the local issues.

The meeting underscored the BJP Sikkim unit’s commitment to collaborating with central agencies to drive infrastructure progress and address local concerns effectively, the release mentions.