Cabinet approves Rs 25,000 cr Ganga, Varuna corridors for Varanasi
The Indian Union Cabinet has approved two major elevated road projects in Varanasi, the Ganga and Varuna corridors, at a cost of Rs 25,446 crore. These projects aim to reduce traffic congestion and improve connectivity to key religious and cultural landmarks in the city.
Why it matters
This infrastructure development is expected to significantly boost tourism and economic growth in the Purvanchal region by streamlining access to major pilgrimage sites.
NEW DELHI: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved two major elevated road projects in Varanasi — Ganga Corridor and Varuna Corridor — aimed at easing traffic congestion in the holy city and providing high speed connectivity from two national highways and the Ring Road. The two roads to be built with a design speed of 100 kmph compared to existing roads where vehicles crawl at 20 kmph will cost Rs 25,446 crore.Announcing the decisions, I&B minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the projects are critical considering that the holy city gets more than 15 crore tourists and pilgrims every year.
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