Proposed Expressway by Indian Volunteers Trust: Gharsana Mandi to Sitarganj
The Indian Volunteers Trust proposes an expressway connecting Gharsana Mandi in Rajasthan to Sitarganj in Uttarakhand, spanning a distance of 656 km. This proposed expressway aims to significantly enhance connectivity, reduce travel time, and promote economic development across Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand regions. Currently, the route covers 779 km and takes approximately 13 hours and 51 minutes to travel. With the new expressway, travel time will be reduced to just 6 hours and 33 minutes.
Details:
| Route | Region | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gharsana Mandi | Rajasthan | 29.02408 | 73.06977 |
| Nohar | Rajasthan | 29.22606 | 74.77515 |
| Gohana | Haryana | 29.17637 | 76.67784 |
| Bijnor | Uttar Pradesh | 29.39959 | 78.16163 |
| Sitarganj | Uttarakhand | 28.96552 | 79.72519 |
| Total Distance | |||
| Current Route | 779 km | ||
| Proposed Expressway | 656 km | ||
| Travel Time | |||
| Current Travel Time | 13 hr 51 min | ||
| Proposed Time | 6 hr 33 min | ||
| Saved Distance | |||
| Distance Saved | 123 km | ||
| Saved Time | |||
| Time Saved | 7 hr 18 min | ||
| Percentage Savings | |||
| Distance Saved (%) | 15.79% | ||
| Time Saved (%) | 52.74% |
Route Map:
- Starting from Gharsana Mandi, Rajasthan
- Latitude: 29.02408
- Longitude: 73.06977
- Passing through Nohar, Rajasthan
- Latitude: 29.22606
- Longitude: 74.77515
- Passing through Gohana, Haryana
- Latitude: 29.17637
- Longitude: 76.67784
- Passing through Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh
- Latitude: 29.39959
- Longitude: 78.16163
- Ending at Sitarganj, Uttarakhand
- Latitude: 28.96552
- Longitude: 79.72519
Proposed Interchanges:
- Interchange at Gharsana Mandi, Rajasthan
- Latitude: 29.02408
- Longitude: 73.06977
- Interchange at Nohar, Rajasthan
- Latitude: 29.22606
- Longitude: 74.77515
- Interchange at Gohana, Haryana
- Latitude: 29.17637
- Longitude: 76.67784
- Interchange at Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh
- Latitude: 29.39959
- Longitude: 78.16163
- Interchange at Sitarganj, Uttarakhand
- Latitude: 28.96552
- Longitude: 79.72519
Purpose and Objectives:
- Enhanced Connectivity: The expressway will provide a direct and efficient route connecting major cities across Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, facilitating faster movement of goods and people.
- Economic Development: By reducing travel time and distance, the expressway will stimulate economic activities and promote regional development.
- Efficient Transportation: Improved connectivity will enhance transportation efficiency, reducing logistics costs and improving market access.
- Strategic Importance: The expressway will play a crucial role in integrating diverse regions, fostering regional cooperation, and enhancing national connectivity.
Benefits:
- Reduction in Travel Time: Travel time will be reduced by approximately 7 hours and 18 minutes, enhancing convenience for travelers and commuters.
- Distance Savings: The proposed expressway will shorten the travel distance by 123 km, reducing the environmental impact and transportation costs.
- Public Satisfaction: Improved travel conditions and reduced congestion will enhance public satisfaction, ensuring smoother and more comfortable journeys.
- Traffic Stress Management: By providing an alternative route, the expressway will help manage traffic stress and congestion on existing road networks.
The proposed Gharsana Mandi to Sitarganj expressway is a transformative infrastructure project that will contribute to regional development, economic growth, and improved connectivity across Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. The Indian Volunteers Trust urges the government to consider this initiative, recognizing its potential to accelerate development and connect communities across state borders.