C.M for Successful implementation of Total sanitation Project

Published By : Admin | April 26, 2010 | 21:41 IST

Chief Minister Shri Narendra Modi, on Saturday, initiated various development projects in Vadodara.He reaffirmed his commitment for successful implementation of Total Sanitation project, which is aimed to achieve the goal of Nirmal Gujarat (Filth-free Gujarat). State has taken concrete measures to provide basic amenities, including the dwelling units, to the Urban-Poor. The goal of Slum-Free Gujarat is quite winnable, added CM. The Development projects to the tune of Rs.188.86 Crores are being undertaken today by the administration.

Outlining the theme of providing the ultra modern sports complexes, with an aim to offer facilities confirming international standards, Chief Minister highlighted the exciting avenues being opened up for the youth.. During the Golden Jubilee year, State is going to organise Khel-Kood Mahakumbh, that is bound to give tremendous fillip to tourism and employment generation, said C.M.

Under an initiative, State is attaching top priority for women, while offering benefits under various schemes, being implemented to offer dwelling units to the Urban-Poor, added CM. State has been giving special incentives to women, if property deed is registered on the name of a woman. According to an estimate, State has borne revenue-loss to the tune of Rs. 150 crores. It reflects State Government's deep commitment for women empowerment.

Shri Modi in his address urged the poor to educate their children. It is the right tool to empower future generation.

CM commended the leadership of self government institutions for their vision for development. Emphasizing the need for technology enabled urban development; Chief Minister highlighted some of the catchy achievements of Urban Development Year-2005 and other policy initiatives taken by State.

Chief Minister performed ground breaking ceremony of ultra modern Indoor and Outdoor stadium, which is to be built at Manjalpur Vadodara. The stadium is designed to offer facilities like foot ball, hockey, volley ball fields, running track. Around 4000 beneficiaries of the Dwelling Unit Scheme, whose names were short-listed through a computer-draw, were given away keys at the hands of CM. Shri Modi, on this occasion, felicitated the Arjun Award winner Shri Sudhir Parab.

Chief Minister also laid foundation stone for the proposed 15 km long road project linking north and south Vadodara.

Urban Development Minister Shri Nitin Patel, Mayor and M.P Shri Balkrushna Shukla also addressed the gathering.

Deputy Mayor Punamben Panchal, Parliamentary Secretary Shri Yogesh Patel, MLAs Sarva Shri Jitubhai Sukhadiya, Bhupendra Lakhavala, Upendrasinh Gohil, WUDA Chairman Shri Naran Patel, Leader of Opposition in Corporation Shri Chirag Zaveri, eminent leaders, Principal Secretary Smt Gaurikumar, Municipal Commissioner Shri Manoj Das, Commissioner of Police Shri Rakesh Asthana, Collector Shri Vijay Nahera were also present.

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PM to inaugurate Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor
Corridor to reduce travel time between Delhi and Dehradun from over 6 hours to around 2.5 hours
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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, will visit Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh on 14 April 2026. At around 11:15 AM, the Prime Minister will visit Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh to undertake a review of the Wildlife Corridor on the elevated section of the Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor. At around 11:40 AM, the Prime Minister will perform Darshan and Pooja at Jai Maa Daat Kali Temple near Dehradun. Thereafter, at around 12:30 PM, Prime Minister will inaugurate the Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor at a public function in Dehradun and will also address the gathering on the occasion.

The 213 km long six-lane access-controlled Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor has been developed at a cost of over ₹12,000 crore. The corridor traverses through the states of Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, and will reduce travel time between Delhi and Dehradun from over six hours at present to around two and a half hours.

Implementation of the project also includes the construction of 10 interchanges, three Railway Over Bridges (ROBs), four major bridges and 12 wayside amenities to enable seamless high-speed connectivity. The corridor is equipped with an Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) to provide a safer and more efficient travel experience for commuters.

Keeping in view the ecological sensitivity, rich biodiversity and wildlife in the region, the corridor has been designed with several features aimed at significantly reducing man-animal conflict. To ensure the free movement of wild animals, the project incorporates several dedicated wildlife protection features. These include a 12 km long wildlife elevated corridor, which is one of the longest in Asia. The corridor also includes eight animal passes, two elephant underpasses of 200 metres each, and a 370 metre long tunnel near the Daat Kali temple.

The Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor will play a pivotal role in strengthening regional economic growth by enhancing connectivity between major tourism and economic centres as well as opening new avenues for trade and development across the region. The project reflects the vision of the Prime Minister to develop next-generation infrastructure that combines high-speed connectivity with environmental sustainability and improved quality of life for citizens.