J&K's Nowshera belt to get environment park soon: Minister

JAMMU: An environment park will be set up soon in Nowshera belt of Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district, minister Mian Altaf said here today.

"An environment park will be developed in Nowshera belt. This will serve as a potential tourist attraction and further economic activities," he said.

Detailed discussions were held on various aspects of the project at a meeting presided over by Altaf, the forests and environment minister said.

The minister directed the officers to start work for the project at the earliest.

The meeting also reviewed the progress of construction work of Manigam Park in Kangan constituency, officials said.

The park offers a beautiful view to visitors including the Amarnath pilgrims.