NH-507 Four-Lane Project: Vikasnagar Market Saved? Jubin Nautiyal Meets Gadkari

• NH-507, connecting to Yamunotri Dham, is set for a four-lane upgrade to ease Char Dham Yatra.
• Local traders in Vikasnagar feared extensive demolition and loss of livelihood if the highway passed through the main market.
• Vikasnagar market is a vital economic hub for Sirmaur, Jaunsar Bawar, Uttarkashi, and Rawain-Jaunpur regions.
• Bollywood singer Jubin Nautiyal and his father met Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, advocating for alternative routes.
• Gadkari has reportedly instructed NHAI to explore options that bypass Vikasnagar's main market, offering relief to locals.

Key Questions Answered

Will Vikasnagar market be saved from demolition?

The Vikasnagar market's demolition risk appears to be receding.

How will this project impact local businesses?

The Dera Baba Nanak road upgrade project is expected to facilitate smoother transportation and bring significant changes to trade and employment.