Chief Minister Haji Gulbar Khan officially inaugurated the Tangir-Darel Expressway, a major infrastructure project in Gilgit-Baltistan. The expressway is valued at Rs. 10 billion and funded under the federal Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP).
The 82-kilometer road will connect the remote valleys of Tangir and Darel in the Diamer district of Gilgit-Baltistan. These areas often face isolation due to floods and landslides. The project aims to improve access and is expected to be completed by November 2027.
At the inauguration, the Chief Minister described the expressway as a “historic breakthrough” for Gilgit-Baltistan. He said the region has suffered for decades due to poor connectivity. This new road will open a path to development and growth.
The project includes two segments: Tangir and Darel Expressways. A total of Rs. 6.03 billion is allocated for these sections, with Rs. 5.09 billion designated for construction. Although the official work timeline started in August 2025, construction has already progressed over 23 percent.
This expressway is especially important now, as many roads in Gilgit-Baltistan have been damaged recently by landslides, glacial flooding, and cloudbursts. Routes like Babusar Pass and the Karakoram Highway have faced closures, making this new road a vital alternate route.
Along with the expressway, the government announced other development projects for Gilgit-Baltistan. These include water supply schemes worth Rs. 5 billion, a Rs. 350 million RCC bridge, and improvements in healthcare and agriculture sectors.
The new Tangir-Darel Expressway is expected to improve safety, trade, and economic opportunities in Gilgit-Baltistan, benefiting the local communities.
Also check details about the Malir Expressway opening, you can read the full report here: Malir Expressway Opens for Traffic Amid Construction and Safety Concerns.
