Banihal-Gool MLA Sajjad Shaheen laid the foundation stone for the Mangit-Jamando road, marking the beginning of work on a long-pending demand of local residents. The road project is expected to improve connectivity to Jamando, a picturesque tourist destination in the region, and create new opportunities for tourism and local economic activities. Residents welcomed the development and expressed gratitude to the government and the MLA. Alongside the road project, plans are underway to develop a Nagar Van Park (Urban Forest Park) in the area to promote tourism and provide visitors with an attractive recreational destination. Sajjad Shaheen said efforts were being made to develop Jamando as a tourist destination. He also informed that a proposal for constructing an internal circular road connecting Mangit and Mahu, estimated to cost Rs 50 lakh, has been submitted, with work expected to begin soon. He further stated that efforts to improve road connectivity between Mangit and Bajnari are also likely to commence shortly. Several other road projects aimed at connecting remote areas and potential tourist destinations have also been taken up, with proposals already prepared. The initiatives are expected to improve accessibility, support local livelihoods and strengthen tourism-related activities in the Banihal-Gool region.