Proposed Expressway by Indian Volunteers Trust: Siliguri to Kharagpur
The Indian Volunteers Trust proposes an expressway from Siliguri in West Bengal to Kharagpur, also in West Bengal, spanning 506 km. This expressway will connect 3 major points, significantly reducing travel time and distance, and improving connectivity in the region.
Route Details:
| Point | Region | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siliguri | West Bengal | 26.7271 | 88.3953 |
| Kishanganj | West Bengal | 26.09233 | 87.94274 |
| Naraingarh | Jharkhand | 24.41806 | 87.6699 |
| Kharagpur | West Bengal | 22.28033 | 87.40125 |
Benefits:
- Enhanced Connectivity: Direct route from Siliguri to Kharagpur, improving travel efficiency.
- Travel Time Reduction: Travel time will decrease from 15 hours and 12 minutes to 5 hours and 3 minutes.
- Distance Savings: New route reduces the distance from 707 km to 506 km.
Table of Savings:
| Metric | Current | Proposed | Savings | Percentage Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 707 | 506 | 201 | 28.43% |
| Travel Time (hours) | 15.20 | 5.05 | 10.15 | 66.78% |
Detailed Route Map:
- Starting from Siliguri, West Bengal
- Latitude: 26.7271
- Longitude: 88.3953
- Passing through Major Points:
- Kishanganj, West Bengal
- Latitude: 26.09233
- Longitude: 87.94274
- Naraingarh, Jharkhand
- Latitude: 24.41806
- Longitude: 87.6699
- Kishanganj, West Bengal
- Ending in Kharagpur, West Bengal
- Latitude: 22.28033
- Longitude: 87.40125
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 diverse regions of India, promoting cultural exchange and unity.
Conclusion:
The proposed expressway from Siliguri to Kharagpur by the Indian Volunteers Trust is a strategic infrastructure project aimed at dramatically improving connectivity and efficiency of travel. By significantly reducing travel time and distance, this project will promote faster development and better integration of major cities in the region. The Trust urges the government to consider this proposal to enhance national infrastructure and regional integration.