Jinnah Square underpass project completed

ISLAMABAD: The long-awaited Jinnah Square underpass project at Murree Road and Srinagar Highway interchange has been completed and inaugurated in Islamabad on Friday.

Speaking at the ceremony, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said the three-lane underpass was completed in a record 35 days. He termed it a major achievement for the capital’s infrastructure development.

“The goal is to beautify Islamabad and resolve civic issues,” Naqvi said. He added that lighting work is progressing swiftly across the city. He also confirmed that Faisalabad Chowk’s renovation will start soon, and tourism promotion in Islamabad is also a priority.

Future projects include the construction of Shaheen Chowk and another junction on Srinagar Highway, he added.

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Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also addressed the event and congratulated the nation on what he called a “victory in the battle of truth.”

Referring to events of May 10, the PM claimed that Pakistan’s armed forces defeated India, displaying exceptional strategy and bravery. “The enemy will remember our response to aggression for eternity,” he said.

He added that national unity shown on that day is unforgettable and lauded the timely completion of the underpass.

“Completing such a project in 35 days is no easy task,” the PM noted, adding that future projects will also be completed at the same fast pace.

Shehbaz Sharif praised Mohsin Naqvi, saying the project was completed exactly within the timeframe he had promised.