KHATIMA NEWS
Dehradun
The Mohabbewala slope between Dat Kali Tunnel and Mohabbewala has recorded 15 accidents and 6 deaths this year. Multiple agencies have examined the route, but the Central Road Research Institute has sought 2 months for its survey, while a JPRI report reportedly remains unpublished.
Champawat
The National Highways Authority of India has revised the proposed width of the Sitarganj-Tanakpur 4-lane highway in Champawat from 45 metres to 30 metres. A revised land acquisition plan has been prepared, while District Magistrate Manish Kumar has directed officials to protect the interests of local landowners and residents throughout the process.
Nainital
Asphalt surfacing has begun on the 12-kilometre road linking Nainital with Jeolikot after pothole repairs were completed. The route had caused difficulties for residents and vehicle drivers because of damaged sections and scattered potholes. The work, estimated to cost 350 lakh rupees, is expected to improve travel conditions once completed.
Dehradun
A proposed elevated and tunnel corridor between Max Hospital on Rajpur Road and Dhoran could connect Dehradun’s planned Rispana and Bindal elevated roads. The route is intended to provide an alternative city bypass for Mussoorie-bound traffic, while feasibility work on the new link is expected to begin soon.
Rishikesh
Aniket died after the scooter he was riding with his mother lost balance near Chhiddarwala on the Dehradun–Haridwar highway. The crash has renewed concerns over hundreds of potholes between Motichur and Laltappar, while police have registered a case against the dumper driver and begun efforts to locate him.
Dehradun
The National Highways Authority of India has begun land acquisition for a proposed 13-kilometre elevated highway between Ajabpur and Mianwala in Dehradun. The project, estimated to cost about ₹2,000 crore, is intended to divert traffic from the congested Respana-Jogiwala corridor and improve movement towards Saharanpur and Haridwar.
