Proposed Expressway by Indian Volunteers Trust: Thrissur to Vedaranyam
The Indian Volunteers Trust has proposed a new expressway connecting Thrissur in Kerala to Vedaranyam in Tamil Nadu, aimed at significantly reducing travel time and distance. This expressway will span 400 km and connect key cities, promoting regional development and enhancing connectivity. Currently, the route covers 480 km and takes approximately 9 hours and 24 minutes to traverse. The proposed expressway is expected to reduce this travel time to just 4 hours.
Details:
| Route | Region | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thrissur | Kerala | 10.52772 | 76.21425 |
| Kollengode | Kerala | 10.61805 | 76.70760 |
| Thuvarankurichi | Tamil Nadu | 10.38779 | 78.38674 |
| Vedaranyam | Tamil Nadu | 10.40738 | 79.84133 |
| Total Distance | |||
| Current Route | 480 km | ||
| Proposed Expressway | 400 km | ||
| Travel Time | |||
| Current Travel Time | 9 hr 24 min | ||
| Proposed Time | 4 hr | ||
| Saved Distance | |||
| Distance Saved | 80 km | ||
| Saved Time | |||
| Time Saved | 5 hr 24 min | ||
| Percentage Savings | |||
| Distance Saved (%) | 16.67% | ||
| Time Saved (%) | 57.45% |
Route Map:
- Starting from Thrissur, Kerala
- Latitude: 10.52772
- Longitude: 76.21425
- Passing through Kollengode, Kerala
- Latitude: 10.61805
- Longitude: 76.70760
- Passing through Thuvarankurichi, Tamil Nadu
- Latitude: 10.38779
- Longitude: 78.38674
- Ending at Vedaranyam, Tamil Nadu
- Latitude: 10.40738
- Longitude: 79.84133
Purpose and Objectives:
- Enhanced Connectivity: The expressway will connect key cities across Kerala and Tamil Nadu, promoting smoother transportation of goods and people.
- Economic Development: By reducing travel time and enhancing connectivity, the expressway will stimulate economic activities along its route, fostering regional development.
- Efficient Transportation: The new corridor will provide a faster and more efficient route, reducing logistics costs and travel time.
- Environmental Impact: Shortening the travel distance will help minimize environmental impact, reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
Benefits:
- Reduced Travel Time: The new expressway will cut travel time by approximately 5 hours and 24 minutes, providing a faster and more efficient route.
- Public Satisfaction: Improved travel conditions and reduced congestion will enhance the overall travel experience, ensuring smoother and safer journeys.
- Strategic Importance: This expressway will play a crucial role in enhancing national connectivity, integrating diverse regions, and promoting regional cooperation and development.
The proposed expressway from Thrissur to Vedaranyam is a transformative infrastructure initiative that promises significant benefits for regional development, economic growth, and enhanced connectivity across southern India. The Indian Volunteers Trust urges the government to consider this project as a critical step toward fostering faster development and connecting major cities across India.