Srinagar, April 8 -- The details were revealed in responses submitted by the administration in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly to questions raised by legislators Shamim Firdous and Mushtaq Guroo. The disclosures have raised concerns regarding the project's sustainability and public reception.

According to the official data, Rs 9.06 crore has been spent on constructing dedicated cycle tracks in the Srinagar constituencies of Batamaloo, Hazratbal, and Lal Chowk. These tracks form part of broader urban renewal initiatives under the Smart City umbrella, including the Lakefront Development along the northern foreshore of Dal Lake and the Complete Street projects in Batamaloo and Lal Chowk.

In addition to the cycling infrastructure...