Proposed Expressway by Indian Volunteers Trust: Poonch to Chushul
The Indian Volunteers Trust proposes an expressway connecting Poonch in Kashmir to Chushul in Ladakh, spanning a distance of 425 km. This proposed expressway aims to significantly enhance connectivity, reduce travel time, and promote economic development across the Kashmir and Ladakh regions. Currently, the route covers 982 km and takes approximately 23 hours and 39 minutes to travel. With the new expressway, travel time will be reduced to just 4 hours and 15 minutes.
Details:
| Route | Region | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poonch | Kashmir | 33.76709 | 74.09232 |
| Anantnag | Kashmir | 33.731 | 75.14785 |
| Hamiling | Ladakh | 33.66853 | 76.62556 |
| Ikpadok | Ladakh | 33.73067 | 77.93846 |
| Chushul | Ladakh | 33.60288 | 78.65577 |
| Total Distance | |||
| Current Route | 982 km | ||
| Proposed Expressway | 425 km | ||
| Travel Time | |||
| Current Travel Time | 23 hr 39 min | ||
| Proposed Time | 4 hr 15 min | ||
| Saved Distance | |||
| Distance Saved | 557 km | ||
| Saved Time | |||
| Time Saved | 19 hr 24 min | ||
| Percentage Savings | |||
| Distance Saved (%) | 56.72% | ||
| Time Saved (%) | 82.08% |
Route Map:
- Starting from Poonch, Kashmir
- Latitude: 33.76709
- Longitude: 74.09232
- Passing through Anantnag, Kashmir
- Latitude: 33.731
- Longitude: 75.14785
- Passing through Hamiling, Ladakh
- Latitude: 33.66853
- Longitude: 76.62556
- Passing through Ikpadok, Ladakh
- Latitude: 33.73067
- Longitude: 77.93846
- Ending at Chushul, Ladakh
- Latitude: 33.60288
- Longitude: 78.65577
Proposed Interchanges:
- Interchange at Poonch, Kashmir
- Latitude: 33.76709
- Longitude: 74.09232
- Interchange at Anantnag, Kashmir
- Latitude: 33.731
- Longitude: 75.14785
- Interchange at Hamiling, Ladakh
- Latitude: 33.66853
- Longitude: 76.62556
- Interchange at Ikpadok, Ladakh
- Latitude: 33.73067
- Longitude: 77.93846
- Interchange at Chushul, Ladakh
- Latitude: 33.60288
- Longitude: 78.65577
Purpose and Objectives:
- Enhanced Connectivity: The expressway will provide a direct and efficient route connecting major cities across Kashmir and Ladakh, 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 19 hours and 24 minutes, enhancing convenience for travelers and commuters.
- Distance Savings: The proposed expressway will shorten the travel distance by 557 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 Poonch to Chushul expressway is a transformative infrastructure project that will contribute to regional development, economic growth, and improved connectivity across Kashmir and Ladakh. The Indian Volunteers Trust urges the government to consider this initiative, recognizing its potential to accelerate development and connect communities across state borders.