Archive · 19 Jun 2025
Punjab Road Project by Religious Group Sparks Government Notice
Imagine a group of volunteers in India who wanted to make a dangerous road safer.
They decided to build a wider, better road themselves.
They got money and help from people in the area.
But, the government's forest and road departments have some concerns.
They say the group didn't get permission to build on protected land.
The group says they're just trying to help the community and make the road safer for everyone, and they have been building places for people to use for many years.
They also want to plant trees and build dams to help the environment.
A religious group is building a four-lane road in Punjab, India, without government funding.
The project aims to replace a narrow, pothole-ridden road, addressing local safety concerns.
Forest and Public Works departments have issued notices, citing rule violations on protected land and project legality.
The religious group states it is using public donations and voluntary labor, with local support.
The organization has a history of public service, constructing religious and public utility buildings since 1932.
- Who
- Kar Seva Jatha Kila Anandgarh Sahib is constructing the road.
- What
- A religious group's road construction project faces government scrutiny.
- When
- The road construction began on February 16, 2024.
- Where
- Ropar district, Punjab, India.
- Why
- To replace a dangerous, narrow road with a safer four-lane road, addressing local needs.
Government Departments
Kar Seva Jatha and Locals
Compliance vs. Community Benefit
Government Departments
The group violated rules and regulations by constructing the road without proper clearance, especially on protected land, and without the permission of the Public Works Department.
Kar Seva Jatha and Locals
The religious group has the support of the locals. They state their intent is to serve the community and improve road safety.
- Road Length
- 8 km
- Road Width
- 60 feet
- Project Start Date
- February 16, 2024
- Funding Source
- Public donations and voluntary labour
- Departments Objecting
- Forest and Public Works
- Group's Public Service History
- Since 1932