Proposed Expressway by Indian Volunteers Trust: Tuting to Moreh
The Indian Volunteers Trust proposes an expressway from Tuting to Moreh to significantly improve connectivity and reduce travel time across several key regions in Northeast India. This expressway will connect major cities and enhance transportation efficiency in the region.
Route Details:
| Point | Region | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuting | Arunachal Pradesh | 28.99101 | 94.89602 |
| Pasighat | Arunachal Pradesh | 28.21590 | 95.19988 |
| Tinsukia | Assam | 27.45169 | 95.35530 |
| Zedua | Arunachal Pradesh | 26.87794 | 95.29130 |
| Mozungjami | Nagaland | 26.27994 | 94.83269 |
| Meluri | Nagaland | 25.68513 | 94.63057 |
| Hangkou | Manipur | 24.92810 | 94.39289 |
| Moreh | Manipur | 24.25236 | 94.30204 |
Benefits:
- Enhanced Connectivity: Provides a direct and efficient route between Tuting and Moreh, linking key cities across Northeast India.
- Significant Reduction in Travel Time: Reduces travel time from 31 hours to 5 hours and 33 minutes.
- Distance Savings: The proposed expressway covers a distance of 555 km, compared to the current distance of 1,067 km.
Table of Savings:
| Metric | Current | Proposed | Savings | Percentage Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 1,067 | 555 | 512 | 48.0% |
| Travel Time (hours) | 31 | 5.55 | 25.45 | 82.4% |
Route Overview:
- Starting from Tuting, Arunachal Pradesh
- Latitude: 28.99101
- Longitude: 94.89602
- Proceeding to Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh
- Latitude: 28.21590
- Longitude: 95.19988
- Traveling through Tinsukia, Assam
- Latitude: 27.45169
- Longitude: 95.35530
- Passing through Zedua, Arunachal Pradesh
- Latitude: 26.87794
- Longitude: 95.29130
- Continuing via Mozungjami, Nagaland
- Latitude: 26.27994
- Longitude: 94.83269
- Arriving at Meluri, Nagaland
- Latitude: 25.68513
- Longitude: 94.63057
- Traveling through Hangkou, Manipur
- Latitude: 24.92810
- Longitude: 94.39289
- Ending at Moreh, Manipur
- Latitude: 24.25236
- Longitude: 94.30204
Purpose and Objectives:
- Improved Regional Connectivity: Facilitates faster and more efficient travel between Tuting and Moreh, integrating major cities in Northeast India.
- Strategic Development: Supports economic growth and regional integration by providing a quicker and more reliable transportation link.
- Environmental Benefits: Reduced distance and travel time contribute to lower carbon emissions, promoting eco-friendly practices.
Conclusion:
The proposed expressway from Tuting to Moreh is set to bring substantial benefits, including a significant reduction in both travel time and distance. By cutting the travel time from 31 hours to just 5 hours and 33 minutes, this expressway will enhance mobility, support regional development, and contribute to a more connected Northeast India. The Indian Volunteers Trust’s proposal highlights a commitment to advancing infrastructure and improving regional accessibility.