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The ongoing Ganga Expressway project is encountering obstacles due to persistent monsoon rains, impacting its progress towards the designated deadline. In response to this situation, Uttar Pradesh Industrial Development Minister Nand Gopal Gupta has issued directives to accelerate the project’s completion. During a high-level review meeting held on Wednesday, September 10, Minister Gupta emphasized to officials the importance of adhering to the stipulated timeframe for construction and mandated weekly progress reviews.
The meeting served to assess projects currently underway, under construction, and proposed under the Uttar Pradesh Expressway Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA). Minister Gupta, also known as Nandi, was briefed on the current status of the 594 km-long Ganga Expressway, a significant infrastructure endeavor in the state. While the primary route is largely finished, the construction of two crucial interchanges has been hampered by heavy rainfall. The locations of these interchanges, near Jagatpur (Unchahar Road) and Ahar (Lalganj Road), are experiencing waterlogging, creating challenges for soil removal. Anil Poonia, an administrative officer from ITD, stated that while the majority of the construction work has been completed, the final section of the main road remains unfinished. He noted that only about 300 meters of earthwork is pending to complete the main road.
Despite these setbacks, UPEIDA officials are optimistic about making the project operational by November. Remaining tasks, such as soil cutting, grass planting on slopes, and toll booth construction, are in the final stages. Minister Gupta stressed the paramount importance of construction quality, stating that there should be no compromises on the quality of work. He also highlighted the necessity of paying close attention to the maintenance and safety aspects of the project. This expressway is anticipated to provide economic benefits to farmers and traders. Currently, farmers are limited to selling their produce in local or nearby markets, resulting in financial losses. The project’s timely completion now hinges on weather conditions and the dedicated efforts of the construction team.
