AALO : Sports & Youth Affairs, Social Justice, Empowerment and Tribal Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kento Jini on Saturday inaugurated a multi-storey public parking facility near the daily market in Aalo, providing a major boost to the township’s urban infrastructure.
The facility, executed by the Department of Urban Affairs, was inaugurated in the presence of West Siang Deputy Commissioner Mindo Loyi, West Siang Superintendent of Police Kardak Riba, West Siang Zilla Parishad Chairperson Nyali Bagra, Heads of Departments, administrative officers, Zilla Parishad Members, senior citizens and members of the public.
According to Executive Engineer Helli Welly, the parking complex can accommodate 40 light motor vehicles (LMVs) on each floor, with the existing two-storey structure having a capacity for 80 vehicles. The foundation has been designed for future expansion up to G+5. The project was constructed at a cost of ₹4.89 crore.
Deputy Commissioner Mindo Loyi appealed to the public to maintain the cleanliness of the facility and appreciated Minister Jini for creating a major public asset for Aalo township.
Zilla Parishad Chairperson Nyali Bagra urged citizens to use the facility responsibly and appealed to the minister to initiate more developmental projects for the township.
Addressing the gathering, Jini appreciated the Urban Affairs Department and the executing agency for completing the project on time while maintaining quality standards.
Noting the shortage of available land in Aalo, the minister said the township would have to adopt vertical infrastructure development. He informed that a convention hall of international standards is being planned as part of the parking complex and added that several more parking projects are in the pipeline.
Jini said his vision is to develop Aalo into one of the state’s best district headquarters through planned urban development, beautification and improved cleanliness.
He directed the district administration and police to remove abandoned vehicles and construction materials lying along the National Highway within Aalo township and adjoining areas to ensure smooth traffic movement.
The minister also instructed the DC to cancel proposed land allotments near the Inspection Bungalow (IB) and the State Bank of India (SBI) along the National Highway, stating that the land should instead be reserved for future town beautification projects.
Jini appealed to the people of Aalo and all stakeholders to extend their cooperation in the planned development and beautification of the township. (DIPR)
