Expedite work of Sahjanwa–Dohrighat rail line project: DC
Expressing displeasure over delays in land acquisition in villages under Sahjanwa, Bansgaon and Gola tehsils, he directed the concerned SDMs to coordinate with railway officials at the earliest, obtain village-wise land records for their respective areas, and expedite the acquisition process. He also instructed them to submit a progress report within a fortnight.
The railway officials were further asked to provide a list of villages falling within the Gorakhpur Industrial Development Authority (GIDA) area that are covered under the project.
Officials said the project will boost the region's development and open up a new route from Gorakhpur to Varanasi and Prayagraj. Once completed, it is expected to create fresh employment opportunities for residents, entrepreneurs and farmers.
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