Proposed Expressway by Indian Volunteers Trust: Kumarikata to Dawki
The Indian Volunteers Trust has proposed an expressway from Kumarikata, Assam, to Dawki, Meghalaya. This expressway aims to significantly improve connectivity, reduce travel time, and merge major cities across Assam and Meghalaya.
Route Details:
| Point | Region | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kumarikata | Assam | 26.72830 | 91.55773 |
| Nalbari | Assam | 26.44397 | 91.43689 |
| Guwahati | Assam | 26.11512 | 91.72119 |
| Shillong | Meghalaya | 25.63463 | 91.89248 |
| Dawki | Meghalaya | 25.18532 | 92.02361 |
Benefits:
- Enhanced Connectivity: Direct and efficient route connecting major cities in Assam and Meghalaya.
- Significant Reduction in Travel Time: Reduces travel time from 7 hours and 2 minutes to 1 hour and 52 minutes.
- Distance Savings: The proposed expressway covers a distance of 188 km, compared to the current distance of 258 km.
Table of Savings:
| Metric | Current | Proposed | Savings | Percentage Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 258 | 188 | 70 | 27.1% |
| Travel Time (hours) | 7.03 | 1.87 | 5.17 | 73.5% |
Route Overview:
- Starting from Kumarikata, Assam
- Latitude: 26.72830
- Longitude: 91.55773
- Proceeding to Nalbari, Assam
- Latitude: 26.44397
- Longitude: 91.43689
- Guwahati, Assam
- Latitude: 26.11512
- Longitude: 91.72119
- Shillong, Meghalaya
- Latitude: 25.63463
- Longitude: 91.89248
- Ending at Dawki, Meghalaya
- Latitude: 25.18532
- Longitude: 92.02361
Purpose and Objectives:
- Improved Regional Connectivity: Facilitates faster and more efficient travel between Kumarikata and Dawki, integrating major cities across Assam and Meghalaya.
- Strategic Development: Supports economic growth and regional integration by providing a quicker and more reliable transportation link.
- Environmental Benefits: Reduced distance and travel time contribute to lower carbon emissions, promoting eco-friendly practices.
Conclusion:
The proposed expressway from Kumarikata to Dawki is set to bring substantial benefits, including a significant reduction in both travel time and distance. By cutting the travel time from 7 hours and 2 minutes to just 1 hour and 52 minutes, this expressway will enhance mobility, support regional development, and contribute to a more connected northeastern India. The Indian Volunteers Trust’s proposal highlights a commitment to advancing infrastructure and improving regional accessibility.
