The Swarnim Jayanti of Gujarat is a Dedicated Event for the people of Gujarat

Published By : Admin | December 31, 2008 | 08:23 IST

No room for politics in Architecting Eternal and Swarnim Gujarat

Development Flame illuminates the Way ahead: Enkindle the Flame of Resolve and Determination for Swarnim Gujarat

Chief Minister Shri Narendrabhai Modi said, The development flame of Gujarat illuminates the way ahead; entire country is witness to it. Let us enkindle the flame of resolve and determination, entire Gujarat gets influenced and dedicated to architect Swarnim Gujarat.

The huge turn around at Chikhali took pledge, under which the development journey would have significant contribution from the Matru-Shakti. State Government has launched Kanya Kelavani Abhiyan, by the year 2010; target isset to educate all the girls.

The Swarnim Gujarat Sanklap Jyot Rath has enkindled the hearts of people in 139 towns. Grand and ceremonious welcome was accorded to the Sanklap Jyot at Chikhali.

Chief Minister dedicated 51 Water Supply schemes for the villages of Navasari; he also laid foundation for 51 new water supply schemes. For both the projects, Rs 627 Lakhs have been sanctioned. He handed over the prizes of Rs.2.75 Lakhs from Kanya Kelavani Nidhi to 51 talented and bright girls, for their outstanding performances. Chief Minister distributed aids and tools to the beneficiaries under the welfare schemes for the underprivileged and down trodden classes. He dedicated a project designated to provide New Aanganwadi Bhavan for all the Anganvadies of Navasari District.

The dream of Swarnim Gujarat is witnessed in the eyes of people, which mirror the sublime heights Gujarat is going to achieve in the year 2010, the Swarnim Jayanti of Gujarat.

Entire Navasari District has become E-Gram Vishwagram; we have launched a programme to provide Aanganwadi building to all the Anganvadies of the district. He gave an assurance to open up a health centre, for treating Sickle Cell Anaemia; the disease is prevalent in the tribes. Chief Minister resolved to eradicate Sickle Cell Anaemia –a traditional and hereditary disease-from the region of Vansada.

The gift received by the Chief Minister is deposited in to the Tosha-Khana, the amount received from public auction forms the Kanya Kelavani Nidhi. The cash prizes are handed over to young achievers-Top achievers, particularly the girls- without any burden over the treasury.

Gone is the era, when people presented their demands during the public functions, where as the change is really significant, people donated Cheques of Rs. 4 Lakhs for Kanya Kelavani Nidhi during the Chikhali function.

The Swarnim Jayanti of Gujarat is not an event of any political party, it belongs to all the Gujaraties, it belongs to Gujarat, Gujarat of Gandhi and Sardar. During the last seven years, Sardar Sarovar attained 121 Meter of height. The dream of Narmada Scheme is realised. He elaborated the Sagarkhedu Project for 60 lakh people and Vanbandhu Package for the 75 Lakh Tribal people, Shaheri Garib Samrudhdhi Yojana for 50 Lakh Urban-poors; such packages are destined to transform Gujarat. He highlighted the theme for “New Gujarat within Gujarat”, that is taking shape in the 1600 K.M long coastal regions.

Chief Minister released a book, a special publication under Swarnim Gujarat, depicting Golden Goals of Navasari district. The publication is prepared under the guidance of Collector Shri .R.C.Meena. The dwelling units constructed for Halpati community, C.M handed over the Keys of 1000 such dwelling units to the beneficiaries.

Agriculture Minister Shri Dilip Sanghani elaborated upon the quantum leap in agriculture production of the State, it has touched the 48000 crores mark. The sector is growing at 12%, which is really a great and significant achievement. Forest Minister congratulated the administration for their upscale efforts.

M.P. Shri Kanjibhai Patel appealed to the people to become partner in the journey of progress, and in realising the vision of Swarnim Gujarat.

MLAs Shri Nareshbhai Patel, Shri R.C.Patel, Shri Dolatbhai Patel, Shri Lakshmanbhai Patel, Shri Kishorbhai Vankavala, President Navasari Jilla Panchayat Smt Sheelaben Patel, Valsad Jilla panchayat President Shri Prakash Patel, eminent leaders, top officials were among the others who attended the function

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Cabinet approves two railway projects in Uttar Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh worth Rs 24,815 crore
April 18, 2026

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today has approved 02 (Two) projects of Ministry of Railways with total cost of Rs. 24,815 crore (approx.). These projects include:

Name of Project

Route Length (in km)

Track Length (in km)

Completion Cost (Rs. in Cr.)

Ghaziabad – Sitapur 3rd and 4th Line

403

859

14,926

Rajahmundry (Nidadavolu) – Visakhapatnam (Duvvada) 3rd and 4th Line

 

198

 

458

 

9,889

Total

601

1,317

24,815

The increased line capacity will significantly enhance mobility, resulting in improved operational efficiency and service reliability for Indian Railways. These multi-tracking proposals are poised to streamline operations and alleviate congestion. The projects are in line with the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modiji’s Vision of a New India which will make people of the region “Atmanirbhar” by way of comprehensive development in the area which will enhance their employment/ self-employment opportunities.

The projects are planned on PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan with focus on enhancing multi-modal connectivity & logistic efficiency through integrated planning and stakeholder consultations. These projects will provide seamless connectivity for movement of people, goods, and services.

The 02 (Two) projects covering 15 Districts across the states of Uttar Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh will increase the existing network of Indian Railways by about 601 Kms.

The proposed capacity enhancement will improve rail connectivity to several prominent tourist destinations across the country, including Dudheshwarnath Temple, Garhmukteshwar Ganga Ghat, Dargah Shah Wilayat Jama Masjid (Amroha), Naimisharanya (Sitapur), Annavaram, Antarvedi, Draksharamam, etc.

The proposed projects are essential routes for transportation of commodities such as coal, foodgrains, cement, POL, iron and steel, container, fertilizers, sugar, chemical salts, limestone, etc. The Railways being environment friendly and energy efficient mode of transportation, will help both in achieving climate goals and minimizing logistics cost of the country lowering CO2 emissions (180.31Crore Kg) which is equivalent to plantation of 7.33 Crore trees.

Ghaziabad – Sitapur 3rd and 4th Line (403 Km)

  • Ghaziabad – Sitapur is an existing double line section forming a key part of Delhi- Guwahati High Density Network (HDN 4).
  • The project is crucial for improving connectivity between the Northern and Eastern region of the country.
  • The existing line capacity utilization of the section is up to 168% and is projected to be up to 207% in case the project is not taken up.
  • Transverses through Ghaziabad, Hapur, Amroha, Moradabad, Rampur, Bareilly, Sahjahanpur, Lakhimpur Kheri and Sitapur districts of Uttar Pradesh.
  • The project route passes through major industrial centres - Ghaziabad (machinery, electronics, pharmaceuticals), Moradabad (brassware and handicrafts), Bareilly (furniture, textiles, engineering), Shahjahanpur (carpets and cement-related industries), and Roza (thermal power plant).
  • For seamless transportation, the project alignment is planned to bypass congested stations of Hapur, Simbhaoli, Moradabad, Rampur, Bareilly, Shahjahanpur, and Sitapur and accordingly, six new stations are proposed on the bypassing sections.
  • Key tourist/religious places along/near to the project section are Dudheshwarnath Temple, Garhmukteshwar Ganga Ghat, Dargah Shah Wilayat Jama Masjid (Amroha), and Naimisharanya (Sitapur) among others.
  • Anticipated additional freight traffic of 35.72 MTPA consisting of Coal, Foodgrains, Chemical Manures, Finished Steel, etc.
  • Estimated Cost: Rs.14,926 crore (approx.)
  • Employment generation: 274 lakh human-days.
  • CO2 emissions saved: About 128.77 crore Kg CO2 equivalent to 5.15 Cr trees.

  • Logistic cost saving: Rs. 2,877.46 crore every year vis-a vis road transportation.

Ghaziabad – Sitapur 3rd and 4th Line (403 Km)

Rajahmundry (Nidadavolu) – Visakhapatnam (Duvvada) 3rd and 4th Line (198 Km)

  • Rajahmundry (Nidadavolu) – Visakhapatnam (Duvvada) section forms part of the Howrah – Chennai High Density Network (HDN).
  • The proposed project is part of quadrupling initiative of Howrah – Chennai High Density Network (HDN) route.
  • The project traverses through East Godavari, Konaseema, Kakinada, Anakapalle and Vishakapatnam districts of Andhra Pradesh.
  • Visakhapatnam is identified as an Aspirational District in the Aspirational Districts Programme.
  • It provides connectivity to major ports along the East Coast such as Visakhapatnam, Gangavaram, Machilipatnam and Kakinada.
  • The project route runs along the eastern coastline and is among the busiest, predominantly freight-oriented sections of the East Coast Rail Corridor.
  • The line capacity utilization of the section has already reached up to 130%, leading to frequent congestion and operational delays. The line capacity is expected to increase further due to proposed expansion of ports and industries in the region.
  • Project section includes 4.3 km rail bridge over Godavari River, 2.67 km viaduct, 3 bypasses and the new alignment is around 8 km shorter than the existing route, improving connectivity and operational efficiency.
  • The proposed section will also boost tourism by improving access to key destinations such as Annavaram, Antarvedi and Draksharamam etc.
  • Anticipated additional freight traffic of 29.04 MTPA consisting of Coal, Cement, Chemical Manures, Iron and Steel, Foodgrains, Containers, Bauxite, Gypsum, Limestone, etc.
  • Estimated Cost: Rs.9,889 crore (approx.)
  • Employment generation: 135 lakh human-days.
  • CO2 emissions saved: About 51.49 crore Kg CO2 equivalent to 2.06 Cr trees.

  • Logistic cost saving: Rs. 1,150.56 crore every year vis-a vis road transportation.

 

आर्थिक सशक्तिकरण:

Aspirational districts - Visakhapatnam district will get improved connectivity

Additional economic opportunities in the region through tourism & industries.

Better healthcare and education for the citizens due to enhanced rail connectivity.


Rajahmundry (Nidadavolu) – Visakhapatnam (Duvvada) 3rd and 4th Line (198 Km)

Prime Minister’s focus on railways:

  • Record budget allocation of Rs. 2,65,000 crore for FY 26-27.
  • Manufacturing more than 1600 locomotives- surpassed US and Europe in manufacturing of locomotive production
  • In FY 26, Indian Railways is expected to rank among the top three freight carriers globally, moving 1.6 billion tonnes of cargo.

  • India starts exporting metro coaches to Australia and bogie to United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, France and Australia.