Network Planning Group Of PM Gati Shakti Suggests 4 New Infra Projects

Four infrastructure projects have been approved by the Network Planning Group (NPG) as part of the PM Gati Shakti initiative, according to an announcement on Thursday. To create an integrated and planned infrastructure and save logistical costs, the PM Gati Shakti - National Master Plan was introduced in October 2021.

As per the ministry of commerce and industry, “The 54th Network Planning Group (NPG) meeting chaired by Special Secretary, Logistics, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Smt. Sumita Dawra was held yesterday in New Delhi. During the meeting, two projects of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and two projects of the Ministry of Railways with a total cost of Rs 7, 693.17 crore were assessed." 

In order to design and implement infrastructure, Dawra emphasised the significance of using the GatiShakti National Master design platform and taking a "whole of government" approach. The crucial importance of the projects in terms of connectedness to the region's economic and social nodes was emphasised, and she emphasised the importance of using an area development approach.

The project will enhance the road system, which will help the local population by lowering travel costs, trip time, and travel distance. Additionally, it will promote tourist and socioeconomic growth along the project road.

A new wide gauge railway line between Pushkar and Merta in Rajasthan was also discussed by NPG. The project's estimated cost was Rs 799.64 crores. The new line that is being considered will offer direct connectivity between Central India and the western border as well as to Northern India. Additionally, it will relieve congestion and lower highway traffic.

The NPG valued a new broad-gauge line connecting Merta City and Ras Railway Stations, another rail project in Rajasthan, at 947 Crore. The project is crucial for accelerating the flow of products and fostering regional, industrial, and general growth in Rajasthan's Pali and Nagaur districts.