News Desk. There is good news for the districts of eastern Uttar Pradesh. Ghazipur, Ballia and surrounding districts, which have been struggling with road and connectivity problems for a long time, have now woken up to new hope. The government has decided to build a green field expressway in this area, which will not only pave the way for progress in these districts but will also ensure better connectivity with Chhapra, Patna and Buxar of Bihar.
This expressway will connect with the Purvanchal Expressway and give a new direction to the road facilities of the area. The project will not only increase transportation ease but will also open new doors to jobs and economic opportunities. This will increase trade, industry and economic activities between eastern UP and Bihar.
Project Details
The route of the expressway will go from Ghazipur to the border of Ballia and Bihar.
Overall Length: 134.3 km
estimated budget: Rs 5320 crore
Major Locations: Hridaypur village on NH-29, Chhapra-Manjhi NH-19 cross, Rivilganj bypass to Bihar border.
Benefits for Purvanchal
Better connectivity – Easy and fast route from eastern districts of UP to major cities of Bihar.
Employment creation – Employment opportunities for local people during construction and operation.
Trade and Investment – New opportunities for industry and business will open up in the area through the expressway.
Saving time and cost – Reduction in time and transportation costs for long distance travel.
The problem of poverty and backwardness has existed in these districts of Purvanchal for a long time. This expressway will prove to be a new path of development and progress, which will not only improve road connectivity but will also strengthen the economy of the region. According to project director SK Pathak, the project will be completed by the end of the year.
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