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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Indore's Metro dream to come true today
Indore: India's cleanest city, Indore, is poised to usher in a new era of public transportation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate the passenger service on Indore Metro's Super Priority Corridor from Bhopal on Saturday. In Indore, the inauguration ceremony will be held at the Gandhi Nagar Metro Station starting at 10:30am. The approximately 6km section of the Yellow Line forms the Super Priority Corridor, encompassing five stations including Gandhi Nagar Station, Super Corridor 6, Super Corridor 5, Super Corridor 4, and Super Corridor 3. This new corridor is expected to significantly ease traffic congestion, reduce pollution, and provide commuters with a comfortable travel experience. Beyond its technical significance, the Metro Train's 'Super Priority Corridor' symbolises Indore's progressive journey towards modernisation. It's worth noting that the entire Yellow Line of the Indore Metro will span 31.32km (22.62 km elevated and 8.7 km underground) and will feature 28 stations, promising to make urban travel easier, faster, and more environmentally friendly. The total project cost for the 31.32-kilometre metro line is estimated at Rs 7500 crore, with the initial 6-kilometre corridor alone costing approximately Rs 1520 crore. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo This project is a crucial step towards transforming Indore into a modern, eco-friendly city. Indore is abuzz with immense excitement as preparations for the metro train launch are complete. The inauguration ceremony, set to coincide with the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar, will be dedicated to women. A large number of women are expected to be present at the inauguration in Indore. Each station will have special women guards, and women's safety will be ensured through CCTV camera surveillance. Women employees will also play a significant role in the metro's management.
India Gazette
3 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
PM to visit Madhya Pradesh on May 31 to inaugurate multiple projects
New Delhi [India], May 30 (ANI): On the occasion of the 300th birth anniversary of Lokmata Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Madhya Pradesh on May 31, according to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO). He will participate in Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan at around 11:15 AM in Bhopal. As per the official statement, he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects in Bhopal and address a public function. Prime Minister will participate in Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai Mahila Sashaktikaran Mahasammelan. He will also release a commemorative postage stamp and a special coin dedicated to Lokmata Devi Ahilyabai. The Rs 300 coin will feature a portrait of Ahilyabai Holkar. The Prime Minister will also present the National Devi Ahilyabai Award to a woman artist for her contribution to tribal, folk, and traditional arts. Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for ghat construction works worth over Rs 860 crore on the Kshipra River, related to the upcoming Simhastha Mahakumbh 2028 in Ujjain. Various structures like barrage, stop dam, and vented causeway to regulate the water flow of the rivers will also be built. In a major boost to last-mile air connectivity, the Prime Minister will inaugurate Datia and Satna airports, opening new opportunities for industry, tourism, education, and healthcare in the Vindhya region. In line with his commitment to improve travel infrastructure in the cities, the Prime Minister will inaugurate passenger services on the Super Priority Corridor of the Yellow Line of Indore Metro. It is expected to reduce traffic and pollution while offering a comfortable commute to passengers. Prime Minister will transfer the first installment for the construction of 1,271 Atal Gram Sushasan Bhawans worth over Rs 480 crore. These buildings will provide permanent infrastructure to gram panchayats, helping them manage administrative functions, conduct meetings, and maintain records more efficiently, as per the official statement. (ANI)
