Mansehra To Naraan, 4 Lane Motorway Soon
ISLAMABAD: A high-level meeting chaired by Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan has approved the construction of a 4-lane Motorway from Mansehra to Kaghan, Naran, Jhal Kund and onwards to Chilas.
Federal Minister directed the National Highway Authority (NHA) to declare an emergency and immediately commence work on this project.
He stated that a 235-kilometer Highway from Mansehra to Naran and Chilas will be constructed in line with international standards and special consideration be given to the needs of tourists on this Motorway.
Federal Minister instructed that the Project should be expedited with continuous day and night work to ensure early completion.
Abdul Aleem Khan emphasized the strategic importance of this Motorway from Mansehra to Naran, Kaghan, Jhal Kund and Chilas calling it a high-priority initiative that must not face more delays.
NHA and Motorway Police mobilized to ensure quality facilities at Motorway Service Areas
He further directed that rest areas be constructed along the N-15 route, allowing tourists to take short breaks as per their requirements while traveling to hilly areas.
Federal Minister Communications Abdul Aleem Khan also instructed that toll collection on the Mansehra-Kaghan-Naran Motorway should also be split into two portions to facilitate travelers. He pointed out that if tolls are to be collected, the NHA must also ensure the provision of world-class services on these roads.
Special tasks have been assigned to NHA officers regarding the N-15 Mansehra-Naran Motorway by the Federal Minister. The meeting was briefed on key matters by the Federal Secretary for Communications and the Chairman of the National Highway Authority.
