Proposed Expressway by Indian Volunteers Trust: Phobrang to Amritsar
The Indian Volunteers Trust proposes a new expressway connecting Phobrang in Ladakh to Amritsar in Punjab, covering a total distance of 446 km. This expressway aims to drastically reduce travel time and distance, significantly improving regional connectivity and fostering faster development.
Route Details:
| Point | Region | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phobrang | Ladakh | 34.04793 | 78.43102 |
| Ikpadok | Ladakh | 33.73067 | 77.93846 |
| Chah | Ladakh | 33.20046 | 77.15683 |
| Tindi | Himachal Pradesh | 32.73049 | 76.46924 |
| Pathankot | Punjab | 32.27308 | 75.65185 |
| Amritsar | Punjab | 31.63385 | 74.8721 |
Benefits:
- Enhanced Connectivity: Direct route from Phobrang to Amritsar via key points in Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab.
- Travel Time Reduction: Travel time will decrease from 20 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 27 minutes.
- Distance Savings: The new route will cover 446 km, significantly reducing the current distance of 929 km.
Table of Savings:
| Metric | Current | Proposed | Savings | Percentage Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 929 | 446 | 483 | 52.00% |
| Travel Time (hours) | 20.17 | 4.45 | 15.72 | 77.92% |
Route Overview:
- Starting from Phobrang, Ladakh
- Latitude: 34.04793
- Longitude: 78.43102
- Passing through Ikpadok, Ladakh
- Latitude: 33.73067
- Longitude: 77.93846
- Passing through Chah, Ladakh
- Latitude: 33.20046
- Longitude: 77.15683
- Passing through Tindi, Himachal Pradesh
- Latitude: 32.73049
- Longitude: 76.46924
- Passing through Pathankot, Punjab
- Latitude: 32.27308
- Longitude: 75.65185
- Ending at Amritsar, Punjab
- Latitude: 31.63385
- Longitude: 74.8721
Purpose and Objectives:
- Accelerated Development: Reducing travel time and distance to promote faster economic growth and development.
- Enhanced Trade and Commerce: Improved connectivity for smoother transportation of goods and services.
- Regional Integration: Integrating key points in Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab, promoting cultural exchange and unity.
Conclusion:
The proposed expressway from Phobrang to Amritsar by the Indian Volunteers Trust is a strategic infrastructure project aimed at significantly improving connectivity and travel efficiency. By drastically reducing travel time and distance, this project will promote faster development and better integration of major points across Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab. The Trust urges the government to consider this proposal to enhance national infrastructure and regional integration.