The Gorakhpur Link Expressway, a major infrastructure project in Uttar Pradesh, is nearing completion and is expected to open soon. This 91.35-kilometer expressway will connect Gorakhpur to Azamgarh, providing faster and more efficient travel and boosting regional development.
Expressway Details
- Length: 91.35 kilometers
- Cost: Rs 7,283.28 crore
- Route: Connects Gorakhpur to Azamgarh, linking with the Purvanchal Expressway
Engineering Feat
The expressway is a significant engineering achievement, especially given the challenging terrain in the Gorakhpur region. It starts from the Gorakhpur Bypass NH-27 near Jaitpur village and ends at Salarpur in Azamgarh.
Benefits of the Expressway
- Reduced Travel Time: Cuts travel time between Gorakhpur and Lucknow to just 3.5 hours via the Purvanchal Expressway.
- Enhanced Connectivity: Improves connectivity between Gorakhpur, Azamgarh, and other key locations in Uttar Pradesh.
- Regional Development: Expected to boost social and economic development in the region.
- Environmental Benefits: Reduces fuel consumption and pollution due to improved travel efficiency.
Industrial Corridor
The Uttar Pradesh government is also developing an industrial corridor along the expressway, which is expected to promote growth in agriculture, commerce, tourism, and industry.
A Symbol of Progress
The Gorakhpur Link Expressway is a testament to the government’s commitment to infrastructure development and its focus on improving connectivity and promoting economic growth in the region.
