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Eight-Lane Highway For Vadhavan Port Connectivity, Ahmedabad Metro Extension Among Five Projects Reviewed At PM GatiShakti Panel Meet
Highway (Source: Twitter/ Nitin Gadkari)
The 95th meeting of the Network Planning Group (NPG), chaired by DPIIT Joint Secretary Pankaj Kumar was held on Thursday (13 June) to evaluate key infrastructure projects in the metro, roads, and logistics sectors.
The meeting focused on enhancing multimodal connectivity and logistics efficiency in alignment with the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (PMGS NMP).
The projects reviewed included one metro extension, two major road initiatives, and two Multi-Modal Logistics Parks (MMLPs), with proposals coming from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).
Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project Phase-2A (Metro connectivity to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport)
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA has proposed the plans to extend the Ahmedabad Metro by 6.032 km to provide direct connectivity to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport from Koteshwar Metro Station (excluding).
This strategic extension is poised to significantly enhance urban mobility by offering faster, more convenient access to the airport for daily commuters, airport personnel, and residents across the city.
The project will not only improve airport accessibility but also contribute to a more integrated and efficient intra-city transit system in Ahmedabad.
Designed to support the city’s long-term mobility needs, the corridor aims to reduce travel time, ease congestion, and promote the use of public transport.
Eight-Lane Highway To Boost Vadhavan Port Access
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has proposed the plans for the construction of an eight-lane access-controlled highway along NH-248S to improve connectivity to the upcoming Vadhavan Port in Maharashtra.
This strategic infrastructure initiative aims to ensure efficient cargo evacuation and support the port’s development as a major global trade hub.
The dedicated project road will directly connect the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway and NH-48, significantly enhancing logistics efficiency and reinforcing Vadhavan Port’s role as a strategic gateway for international trade.
Vadhavan Port, leveraging a natural draft of approximately 20 meters, is being developed to accommodate large container vessels.
In its first phase, the port will offer a container handling capacity of 15 million TEUs, with expansion to 23.2 million TEUs planned in the second phase.
Upon completion, the port is expected to rank among the top ten container ports worldwide.
Elevated Corridor To Decongest Jodhpur
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH has proposed the plans for the construction of a 4-lane elevated corridor in Jodhpur city, extending from Mahamandir to Akhaliya Chouraha.
Strategically aligned along NH-62 and NH-125, the project aims to alleviate traffic congestion and enhance urban mobility across one of Rajasthan’s busiest city corridors.
The proposed 2+2 lane elevated structure will span 7.633 km, bypassing 8 major and 20 minor junctions, and is expected to reduce travel time by approximately 20 minutes during peak hours.
Multi-Modal Logistics Park Hyderabad
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has proposed to develop a Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) at Parkibanda village in Manoharabad Mandal, Medak district, Telangana.
Spanning 315 acres, the proposed facility is aimed at transforming freight logistics in the region by facilitating seamless cargo movement, improving connectivity, and promoting economic growth.
The MMLP is projected to handle 1.47 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo annually starting 2028, with capacity expected to scale up to 19.98 MMT by 2070.
The facility will offer integrated services such as modal shift, cargo aggregation/disaggregation, and customs clearance—benefiting industries in and around Hyderabad.
Multi-Modal Logistics Park Patna
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has proposed to develop a Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) at Jaitiya village, located in Fatuah Taluka of Patna district, Bihar.
Spread over 106.19 acres (42.97 hectares), the proposed facility is projected to handle 5.43 million metric tonnes (MMT) of cargo annually by 2071, and is poised to become a major logistics hub for the region.
The MMLP will benefit from proximity to the Patna–Gaya railway line (9 km away) and direct access to major freight corridors via NH-131G, NH-31, NH-139, NH-22, NH-119D, and State Highway-1 (SH-1).
These routes connect the park to key trade nodes such as Patna International Airport, Kolkata, and Haldia Port, enabling seamless domestic and international cargo movement.
