In a significant move which has been hailed widely by the people of the constituency, Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has written a letter to incarcerated MP Baramulla Engineer Rashid, informing him the details of various development projects and the funds approved for the same from Union government.
In the detailed letter Shiv Raj Singh Chouhan has informed him that the Government of India has approved 36 road projects under PMGSY-IV Batch-I (2025–26) for the Baramulla Parliamentary Constituency. According to the official communication, these projects will cover 136.69 kilometres of road network at an estimated cost of Rs 292.33 crore, providing road connectivity to 41 habitations across the constituency.
Chief Spokesperson of Awami Itihaad Party (AIP), Inam Un Nabi, has welcomed the move and expressed satisfaction over concern of the Union government for overall development of the constituency which Engineer Rashid represents. “This letter reflects how Engineer Rashid’s vision for equitable rural development continues to guide progress in North Kashmir. Even while unjustly incarcerated, his developmental imprint remains visible and impactful", he added.
Inam Un Nabi further expressed gratitude to the Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan for approving these crucial road projects, calling it a step that will transform rural connectivity, strengthen economic linkages and bring lasting benefits to the people of North Kashmir.
Inam urged the UT administration to ensure timely and transparent execution of the sanctioned works so that the benefits reach the people without delay. He emphasized that this development once again proves that Engineer Rashid’s leadership transcends all barriers and his commitment to public welfare and development continues to shine despite incarceration.
Pertinently, Engineer Rashid who represents Baramulla constituency has been very vocal both inside as well out the Parliament over not only political issues but majorly development side and welfare of the masses which he says is the prime responsibility as member of Parliament.
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