NOWSHERA, May 28 -- Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today inspected the ongoing construction works of the Sungal Tunnel project at Kalidhar and reviewed the pace and quality of execution on the ground.

The Deputy Chief Minister took serious notice of the "poor" quality standards, slow pace of work and alleged violation of prescribed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Expressing dismay over the delay, the Deputy Chief Minister noted that the project has already missed its 2025 completion deadline. He directed the executing agencies and officials concerned to ensure strict adherence to quality norms and safety protocols.

He emphasized the need for following all safety measures in letter and spirit to avoid unfortunate inciden...