Proposed Expressway by Indian Volunteers Trust: Yorkodom to S.Molnom
The Indian Volunteers Trust proposes an expressway from Yorkodom, Arunachal Pradesh, to S.Molnom, Manipur. This expressway aims to significantly enhance connectivity, reduce travel time, and merge major cities across four northeastern states.
Route Details:
| Point | Region | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yorkodom | Arunachal Pradesh | 28.81120 | 94.23849 |
| Belo | Arunachal Pradesh | 27.99330 | 94.24713 |
| Harmoti | Assam | 27.12417 | 93.85869 |
| Jorhat | Assam | 26.75292 | 94.20499 |
| Barsewaguri | Assam | 26.14044 | 93.78954 |
| Kohima | Nagaland | 25.67597 | 94.10937 |
| Imphal | Manipur | 24.85165 | 93.97184 |
| Sugnu | Manipur | 24.29695 | 93.87023 |
| S.Molnom | Manipur | 23.97278 | 93.93108 |
Benefits:
- Enhanced Connectivity: Direct and efficient route connecting major cities in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Nagaland, and Manipur.
- Significant Reduction in Travel Time: Reduces travel time from 23 hours and 6 minutes to 5 hours and 49 minutes.
- Distance Savings: The proposed expressway covers a distance of 582 km, compared to the current distance of 819 km.
Table of Savings:
| Metric | Current | Proposed | Savings | Percentage Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 819 | 582 | 237 | 28.9% |
| Travel Time (hours) | 23.10 | 5.82 | 17.27 | 74.8% |
Route Overview:
- Starting from Yorkodom, Arunachal Pradesh
- Latitude: 28.81120
- Longitude: 94.23849
- Proceeding to Belo, Arunachal Pradesh
- Latitude: 27.99330
- Longitude: 94.24713
- Harmoti, Assam
- Latitude: 27.12417
- Longitude: 93.85869
- Jorhat, Assam
- Latitude: 26.75292
- Longitude: 94.20499
- Barsewaguri, Assam
- Latitude: 26.14044
- Longitude: 93.78954
- Kohima, Nagaland
- Latitude: 25.67597
- Longitude: 94.10937
- Imphal, Manipur
- Latitude: 24.85165
- Longitude: 93.97184
- Sugnu, Manipur
- Latitude: 24.29695
- Longitude: 93.87023
- Ending at S.Molnom, Manipur
- Latitude: 23.97278
- Longitude: 93.93108
Purpose and Objectives:
- Improved Regional Connectivity: Facilitates faster and more efficient travel between Yorkodom and S.Molnom, integrating major cities across four northeastern states.
- 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 Yorkodom to S.Molnom is set to bring substantial benefits, including a significant reduction in both travel time and distance. By cutting the travel time from 23 hours and 6 minutes to just 5 hours and 49 minutes, this expressway will enhance mobility, support regional development, and contribute to a more connected northeastern India. The Indian Volunteers Trust’s proposal highlights a commitment to advancing infrastructure and improving regional accessibility.