Proposed Expressway by Indian Volunteers Trust: Lhonak to Yumesodong
The Indian Volunteers Trust proposes an expressway connecting Lhonak to Yumesodong in Sikkim. This expressway is designed to dramatically reduce travel time and distance, enhancing connectivity and fostering regional development.
Route Details:
| Point | Region | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lhonak | Sikkim | 27.9288 | 88.39188 |
| Yumesodong | Sikkim | 27.92901 | 88.72963 |
Benefits:
- Enhanced Connectivity: Provides a direct and efficient route between Lhonak and Yumesodong.
- Significant Reduction in Travel Time: Reduces travel time from 5 hours and 31 minutes to just 19 minutes.
- Distance Savings: The proposed expressway covers a distance of 33.2 km, compared to the current distance of 134 km.
Table of Savings:
| Metric | Current | Proposed | Savings | Percentage Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 134 | 33.2 | 100.8 | 75.30% |
| Travel Time (hours) | 5.52 | 0.32 | 5.20 | 94.22% |
Route Overview:
- Starting from Lhonak, Sikkim
- Latitude: 27.9288
- Longitude: 88.39188
- Ending at Yumesodong, Sikkim
- Latitude: 27.92901
- Longitude: 88.72963
Purpose and Objectives:
- Improved Regional Connectivity: Facilitates efficient travel between Lhonak and Yumesodong, enhancing accessibility in Sikkim.
- Strategic Development: Supports regional economic development and integration with broader transportation networks.
- Environmental Benefits: Reduced travel distance and time contribute to lower carbon emissions, supporting sustainable development.
Conclusion:
The proposed expressway from Lhonak to Yumesodong by the Indian Volunteers Trust will offer substantial benefits, including a dramatic reduction in travel time and distance. This expressway is essential for improving connectivity, promoting economic development, and integrating Sikkim’s regions more effectively. By significantly cutting travel time from over 5 hours to just 19 minutes, this project will enhance mobility, foster regional growth, and demonstrate a commitment to advancing infrastructure development in Sikkim.