Gujarat CM Inaugurates Major Water Project & New Civic Office in Ahmedabad

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated a major water distribution station in Ahmedabad's Ghatlodia area, built at a cost of over Rs 55 crore. The facility features significant storage capacity and is expected to improve water supply for approximately 125,000 residents. He also inaugurated a new sub-zonal administrative office in Bodakdev, named after veteran photographer Bansibhai Pranlal Patel. Additionally, a ground-breaking ceremony was held for a new building to house Revenue and Civil Supplies departments, aiming to consolidate government services for local citizens.

Key Points: Gujarat CM Launches Ahmedabad Water Station & Civic Office

  • New water station built for Rs 55.31 crore
  • 250 lakh litre underground storage capacity
  • Serves 1.25 lakh people in Ghatlodia
  • New Bodakdev sub-zonal office inaugurated
  • Aims to improve local access to municipal services
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Gujarat CM inaugurates key civic infrastructure projects in Ahmedabad

CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates Rs 55 crore water distribution station in Ghatlodia and a new sub-zonal administrative office in Bodakdev.

"The project is expected to improve water supply... to an estimated population of around 1,25,000 residents - Official Statement"

Ahmedabad, March 8

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Sunday inaugurated a key civic infrastructure project and launched new government service facilities in Ahmedabad, including a major water distribution station in Ghatlodia and a sub-zonal administrative office in Bodakdev.

The Chief Minister inaugurated the newly constructed water distribution station in the Ghatlodia ward of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC)'s North-West Zone.

Built for Rs 55.31 crore, the facility includes an underground tank with a pump house having a storage capacity of 250 lakh litres and an overhead tank with a capacity of 25 lakh litres.

The project is expected to improve water supply in the Ghatlodia area and provide water with adequate pressure to an estimated population of around 1,25,000 residents across nearly four square kilometres.

CM Patel also inaugurated the newly constructed Bodakdev Sub-Zonal Office of the AMC, which has been named after Late Bansibhai Pranlal Patel, an iconic veteran photographer (1910-2014), renowned for clicking pictures of national figures like Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel.

The new administrative centre has been developed to provide greater administrative convenience to residents of the West Zone.

Officials said the modern sub-zonal office will allow residents of Bodakdev and nearby areas to access municipal services locally without travelling to the main zonal office.

The building has been equipped with infrastructure for tax collection, civic centre services and various administrative functions intended to benefit local residents and improve service delivery.

During the visit, the Chief Minister also inspected the newly constructed sub-zonal office premises.

In Ghatlodia, Patel performed the ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of a new building that will house the Revenue Department as well as Food and Civil Supplies Department offices.

Officials said the new offices are planned by the district administration to make government services more accessible by enabling citizens in the Ghatlodia area to obtain services more easily at a single location.

- IANS

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Priya S
A sub-zonal office in Bodakdev is a fantastic idea. No more long trips to the main office for every small certificate or tax payment. This will save so much time and fuel. Practical governance!
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Vikram M
Rs 55 crore for a water station? Seems like a lot of money. I hope there is transparency in the spending and the project is maintained properly. We've seen many such projects fail due to poor upkeep after inauguration.
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Sarah B
Naming the office after Bansibhai Patel is a wonderful tribute. Preserving the legacy of those who documented our history is important. Great to see civic infrastructure blended with cultural memory.
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Rohit P
Hope the benefits reach all residents, not just certain areas. Infrastructure development is good, but equitable distribution is key. Also, the new revenue department building will be a big help. Less running around for *aadhaar* updates and ration card work!
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Nikhil C
Ahmedabad's growth as a city needs this kind of decentralised administration. More local offices mean faster grievance redressal. Now, please ensure these offices have sufficient staff and don't have long queues. 🙏

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