Jammu, June 20 -- The government has initiated a formal investigation into alleged irregularities in several Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) road projects in Poonch district, following a complaint highlighting non-compliance with Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) and violations of PMGSY guidelines.

The probe targets four road projects: Bonikhet to Chanasar (Package No. JK11-69), Chandimarh to Dogrian (Package No. JK11-44), Sailan to Mahara (Package No. JK-138), and the 7th kilometre stretch of 701 to Behramgalla (Package No. JK-161). These projects, aimed at enhancing rural connectivity, are under scrutiny for alleged deviations from approved specifications and government norms.

The Public Works Department issued a memorandum of ch...