Proposed Expressway by Indian Volunteers Trust: Phuldungsei to Hangkou
The Indian Volunteers Trust proposes an expressway connecting Phuldungsei in Mizoram to Hangkou in Manipur, covering a total distance of 264 km. This expressway aims to significantly reduce travel time and distance, thereby enhancing connectivity and promoting development in the region.
Route Details:
| Point | Region | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phuldungsei | Mizoram | 23.47155 | 92.41977 |
| Puansen | Mizoram | 23.78756 | 92.74456 |
| Sinzawl | Manipur | 24.09111 | 93.29994 |
| Sugnu | Manipur | 24.29695 | 93.87023 |
| K.Leihaoram | Manipur | 24.61223 | 94.13081 |
| Hangkou | Manipur | 24.9281 | 94.39289 |
Benefits:
- Enhanced Connectivity: Establishes a direct and efficient route between Phuldungsei and Hangkou.
- Significant Reduction in Travel Time: Reduces travel time from 18 hours and 19 minutes to just 2 hours and 38 minutes.
- Distance Savings: The proposed expressway will cover a distance of 264 km, compared to the current distance of 547 km.
Table of Savings:
| Metric | Current | Proposed | Savings | Percentage Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 547 | 264 | 283 | 51.74% |
| Travel Time (hours) | 18.32 | 2.63 | 15.69 | 85.66% |
Route Overview:
- Starting from Phuldungsei, Mizoram
- Latitude: 23.47155
- Longitude: 92.41977
- Proceeding to Puansen, Mizoram
- Latitude: 23.78756
- Longitude: 92.74456
- Then to Sinzawl, Manipur
- Latitude: 24.09111
- Longitude: 93.29994
- Continuing to Sugnu, Manipur
- Latitude: 24.29695
- Longitude: 93.87023
- Next to K.Leihaoram, Manipur
- Latitude: 24.61223
- Longitude: 94.13081
- Ending at Hangkou, Manipur
- Latitude: 24.9281
- Longitude: 94.39289
Purpose and Objectives:
- Enhanced Regional Connectivity: Facilitates faster and more reliable travel between important locations in Mizoram and Manipur.
- Economic and Social Development: Supports economic growth and improves social connections by reducing travel time.
- Efficiency and Accessibility: Provides a direct route, enhancing the accessibility of remote areas.
Conclusion:
The proposed expressway from Phuldungsei to Hangkou represents a significant infrastructure project that will transform transportation in the region. By reducing travel time from 18 hours and 19 minutes to just 2 hours and 38 minutes, and cutting the distance from 547 km to 264 km, this expressway will greatly improve connectivity and promote regional development. The Indian Volunteers Trust’s proposal highlights the potential for substantial improvements in transportation and economic integration in Mizoram and Manipur.