PM Modi to inaugurate 6-lane Ganga Expressway on Wednesday
Meerut, April 28
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the 594-km-long Ganga Expressway at Meerut tomorrow.
The six-lane greenfield corridor, which is expandable to eight lanes, was built at Rs 36,230 crore. The expressway traverses 12 districts such as Meerut, Hapur, Bulandshahr, Amroha, Sambhal, Badaun, Shahjahanpur, Hardoi, Unnao, Raebareli, Pratapgarh, and Prayagraj. The project is designed to provide seamless high-speed connectivity across the western, central, and eastern regions of the state.
Meerut District Magistrate and Collector Vijay Kumar Singh on Tuesday said that there is significant public enthusiasm regarding the Ganga Expressway, noting that it will drastically improve connectivity to Prayagraj and the state capital, Lucknow.
"...The Prime Minister's main program for the Ganga Expressway is scheduled for Hardoi district tomorrow...People are very happy that this expressway will improve connectivity not only between Prayagraj but also the capital Lucknow, saving them about two hours. As far as the trial run of the expressway is concerned, the riding quality and other aspects of our district are excellent. This government has built a world-standard road, and people are very happy with this government's work..." Singh told ANI.
Additionally, PM Modi will flag off the Amrit Bharat Express connecting Ayodhya to Mumbai (Lokmanya Tilak Terminus) today. The train is expected to improve connectivity to the Shri Ram Mandir Teerth Kshetra, strengthening links between key religious destinations.
Ashutosh Chaurasiya, a senior loco pilot in Ayodhya cant, highlighted key features of the train, stating that it has 22 coaches, fewer stoppages and significantly reduces travel time. He added that cameras have been installed in all coaches and that the train is equipped with engines on both ends, improving efficiency.
He further noted that different pilots operate the train on different routes and schedules. "At times I operate the train, while on other days, another pilot takes charge," he said.
Gaurav Kumar Jaiswal, Chief Loco Inspector for the Ayodhya-Mumbai Amrit Bharat route, added that LHB coaches have enhanced safety standards and significantly reduced the risk of accidents. Highlighting passenger amenities, he said that all coaches are equipped with cameras for women's safety and feature green toilets.
Jaiswal expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, calling the development a major boost for Ayodhya and passengers travelling to other states. He said the advancements reflect substantial progress in the railway sector.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally some good news! The Amrit Bharat Express from Ayodhya to Mumbai will be a boon for pilgrims heading to the Ram Mandir. And 22 coaches with cameras for women's safety? That's a thoughtful addition. 👏
Great work on the expressway, but I hope the government also focuses on basic maintenance of existing roads. Many state highways are still in bad shape. Let's not forget the smaller towns that need better roads too.
I travel from Shahjahanpur to Lucknow weekly. This expressway will save me a good 2 hours every trip. That's huge for people like me who commute for work. But I just hope the toll rates are not too high. Common man ko afford nahi hoga if it's too expensive.
Impressive project. The six-lane design with expansion capability to eight lanes shows long-term thinking. I only hope the safety features like emergency services and lighting on these expressways are given as much priority as the speed.
The connectivity to Prayagraj will be especially useful for the Kumbh Mela. But I hope the environmental impact of such massive projects is also considered. The name 'Ganga Expressway' suggests proximity to the river – we must ensure the river's ecosystem is protected. 🌊
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