India, Nov. 4 -- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday performed the bhoomi pujan for a Rs.14.97-crore road widening project between Khatima Chowk and Tharu Vikas Bhawan. The project is aimed at improving traffic movement and easing congestion along the stretch.

Dhami attended a programme at Rana Market on Sitarganj Road, where the foundation ceremony for the motor road widening work was held. He said the project would make commuting easier for local residents, traders and people travelling from neighbouring areas. It would also help improve traffic management and reduce congestion.

The Chief Minister said the state government was committed to the overall development of Khatima and was working to improve infrastructu...