MP Baramulla sanctions Rs 21 lakh MPLADS funds for north Kashmir: Inam Un Nabi

Srinagar, Feb 23: Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi on Monday announced the administrative approval of multiple development works sanctioned under the MPLADS funds of MP Baramulla Er Rashid for the year 2025–26.

In a statement issued to the media, Inam Un Nabi said the District Development Commissioner Baramulla has accorded approval for works amounting to over Rs 21 lakh aimed at improving education infrastructure and promoting eco-tourism in the constituency.

Inam said an amount of Rs 3 lakh has been approved for the development of Dariyan (Kutru Nari Bal) as an eco-tourism spot through the provision of benches, a gazebo, establishment of viewpoints and enhancement of visitor facilities to promote sustainable tourism.

As per the statement, another Rs 3 lakh has been sanctioned for levelling the playground at Government Degree College Baramulla to strengthen sports infrastructure for students. In addition, Rs 15.019 lakh has been approved for the purchase of a Tata Winger 17-seater school bus for Government Degree College Uri, aimed at facilitating transportation for students, particularly those coming from remote areas.

Inam said these projects reflect MP Er Rashid’s focus on education, youth development and sustainable tourism in North Kashmir. He added that AIP will continue to ensure effective utilisation of MPLADS funds to address genuine public needs and strengthen grassroots development.