SHIMLA: Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh Jai Ram Thakur laid foundation stones for multiple development projects worth Rs 55 crore on Friday, July 8. He laid foundation stones for a flyover at Khalini Chowk (Rs 9.82 crore); foot-over bridges near Vikasnagar (Rs 7.62 crore); vegetable market at Darni ka Bagicha (Rs 9.82 crore); and for bus stand, transport office, workshop, and commercial complex at Dhalli (Rs 17.18 crore).
Thakur said that his government is committed to restoring the old glory of Shimla, in addition to making it a smart city. He mentioned that efforts are afoot to widen existing roads, construct pedestrian paths and parking slots, improve water supply, and beautify parks.