JAMMU, Feb. 25 -- The construction work for National Highway 144A, starting from its junction with NH-44 near Jammu connecting Akhnoor, Nowshera, Rajouri and terminating at Poonch, is in full swing.
Structural engineer Arun said, "We are working in day and night shifts, and the work is underway on a war-foot level.
We are trying to clear the road as soon as possible. 90 percent cutting is complete. The remaining will be completed in the coming 7-10 days."
He further said they were trying to complete the work soon so that commuters do not have to face difficulty.
"There are 12 bridges and 70 percent of the work is done. We are trying to complete the work this year itself. The journey from Jammu to Poonch will be reduced by 1.5 hours. I a...