Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, on Sunday inaugurated the newly constructed multi-storey bus stand at Thandi Khui here. The state-of-the-art facility, built at a cost of ₹18.53 crore, is set to significantly enhance passenger convenience and regional connectivity.
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Mr. Abdullah emphasized the project’s role in modernizing public infrastructure. “This bus stand is not just a building; it is a vital asset that will improve the daily commute for thousands, boost local commerce, and provide a dignified travel experience for the people of Samba and surrounding areas,” he stated.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
The new bus stand features separate arrival and departure gates, dedicated parking zones for buses and private vehicles, passenger waiting halls, ticketing counters, and administrative offices. It is designed to streamline transport operations and reduce congestion in the town center.
Mr. Abdullah was accompanied , Mr. Nasir Sogami; District Development Council Chairman Samba, Mr. Keshav Dutt Sharma; and MLA Vijaypur, Mr. Chander Parkash. The dignitaries collectively highlighted the project as a testament to the government’s focus on developmental works in the region.
“This project addresses a long-pending demand and will serve as a growth catalyst for the entire district,” said DDC Chairman Keshav Dutt Sharma.
The bus stand’s construction was completed by the Jammu and Kashmir Infrastructure Development Finance Corporation (JKIDFC) and is expected to become a major transit hub, improving connectivity to Jammu, Kathua, and other parts of the region.
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