Gujarat: CM conducts site visit to review progress of key ongoing development projects in state
Gandhinagar, June 6
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Saturday conducted a site visit to review the progress of key ongoing development projects in the state.
A riverfront development will be undertaken along a 37.60-km corridor connecting Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar, a release said.
CM inspected the on-site development works being executed under the three phases of the Sabarmati Riverfront Development Project. Guided to ensure that the projects are executed within the stipulated timelines and in accordance with high-quality standards.
CM also visited the construction site of the new campus of Gujarat Technological University being developed near Gandhinagar and reviewed the progress of the ongoing works.
The Water Resources Department is carrying out development works over a stretch of 17.20 km from Narmada Canal (Karai) to PDEU, from PDEU to Shahpur Bridge, and from Shahpur Bridge to Chiloda Bridge.
The Gandhinagar Metropolitan-GIFT City region will gain a world-class tourism destination.
Infrastructure facilities related to road connectivity will be significantly strengthened.
The works under all three phases of the project are expected to be completed by the end of 2027, while the new campus of Gujarat Technological University, being developed on 100 acres of land in Lekawada, is slated for completion by October next year.
Minister of State for Water Resources Ishwarsinh Patel, Advisor to the Chief Minister S S Rathore, and senior secretaries accompanied the CM and provided additional information during the visit.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally, some focus on Gujarat Technological University's new campus! As an alumna, I know how badly we needed better infrastructure. Let's hope the October 2024 deadline is met - delays in govt projects are too common. 😅
This is good progress but I hope the riverfront development doesn't displace local communities, like what happened in some other cities. Also, the 37 km stretch needs proper public transport links, not just roads for cars. Just saying..
Impressive vision for the Gandhinagar-GIFT City corridor. The riverfront project could rival some international destinations if executed well. Let's hope the quality standards mentioned are actually enforced on ground. Good initiative overall.
The Narmada Canal to PDEU stretch development is much needed! Students and faculty in that area have been struggling with poor roads and lack of amenities. Just hope the focus isn't only on 'world-class tourism' but also on basic infrastructure for locals. 🙏
Sounds like a well-planned development strategy. The riverfront along 37 km is ambitious but doable with proper project management. Would like to see more green spaces and pedestrian-friendly zones in the design though. Transparency in progress reports would be appreciated by taxpayers.
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