Viksit Gujarat on Fast Track: CM Reviews ₹11,735 Cr Projects

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel conducted a comprehensive review of 12 key development projects worth ₹11,735 crore, spanning tourism, metro rail, and industrial infrastructure, in line with the state’s Viksit Gujarat vision.

Tourism projects totaling ₹4,184 crore were reviewed, including the integrated development of Ambaji, restoration of the Mahakali Mata Temple in Pavagadh, and eco-tourism initiatives along the coast such as mangrove and creek restoration. Plans for transforming Mokarsagar in Porbandar into a tourism hub, developing the Dwarka Corridor, and enhancing Shivrajpur and Somnath beaches were also assessed. New tourist facilities at Kantharpur Mahakali Vad and Dharoi Dam, along with five projects in Vadnagar—such as an aqua screen projection at Sharmistha Lake and a Tana-Riri music museum—were discussed.

In the Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR), the CM evaluated infrastructure and social development projects worth ₹7,551 crore, including an international airport, expressway, rail connectivity, community facilities, and a 516-hectare Green Wall project.

Progress on Phase 2 of the Ahmedabad Metro Rail (Motera to Mahatma Mandir) and the Surat Metro Rail Project was also reviewed. The Chief Minister emphasized timely implementation, regular field inspections, and coordinated efforts among departments to ensure successful execution of these transformative projects.

News by Rahul Yelligetti.