Shimla, May 22 -- Himachal Pradesh chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday announced the construction of underpasses at multiple locations to ease congestion and create a more tourist-friendly environment.

"Traffic jams have become a major issue in Shimla. Underpasses would be constructed at several locations to ease congestion and improve pedestrian movement," said Sukhu while inspecting the ongoing road widening works.

"Roads are being widened. I have said that Shimla faces serious traffic congestion issues, so underpasses will be constructed at several locations. These steps are being taken to make Shimla more beautiful and tourist-friendly so that more visitors can come to the city."

Comparing the work being done by the p...