Complete infrastructure projects in mission mode, Yogi instructs officials
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed officials at a State Transformation Commission meeting to expedite major infrastructure projects. He outlined timelines and approvals for several initiatives, including land acquisition targets, a new defense corridor unit, and urban transportation enhancements.
Why It Matters
The directives indicate a focused push to accelerate infrastructure investment and urban development in Uttar Pradesh, potentially affecting investment, employment, and public services.
Timeline
13 Events
Integrated City Bus Terminal and Vrindavan Yojana progress
Pending works on the Integrated City Bus Terminal, Vrindavan Yojana, and Lucknow project were described as important parts of the modern urban transport system, with an emphasis on delivering better facilities to citizens.
Chief Minister Green Road Infrastructure Development Scheme reviewed
Reviewed the Green Road Infrastructure Development Scheme as important for upgrading urban roads to be modern and smooth.
Seed Park and Textiles Park in Lucknow: developer selection expedited
Work underway to develop Seed Park and Textiles Park in Lucknow; the process of selecting developers is being expedited.
Innovation-driven approach for bio-energy and CBG projects
Advocated an innovation and competition-based approach to promote bio-energy and CBG projects in the state.
Industrial plots utilization and investor dialogue urged
Called for better use of industrial plots, ensuring industries are established on allotted land within the prescribed time, and urged ongoing dialogue with investors to maintain timely action.
Public bylaws for building promoted and released for suggestions
Emphasized implementing model building bylaws with an investment-friendly approach; draft bylaws have been released for public suggestions.
Mukhyamantri Model Composite School Scheme progress
Stated that 150 schools are to be constructed in 75 districts; work has started for 59 schools and tender processes are in progress for 67 schools; remaining projects to be expedited with priority for good locations.
Multi Model Logistics Hub and Transport Hub progress
Described the Multi Model Logistics Hub and Multi Model Transport Hub in Greater Noida as game-changers for the state’s logistics sector; 323 hectares total, of which 301 hectares have been acquired.
Lucknow convention center: Letter of Award issued
It was informed that the Letter of Award has been issued for the construction of the proposed world-class convention center in Lucknow; preparations were to be made for its foundation laying.
Rate revisions and CM Office review timeline
Proposals for rate revisions were to be sent immediately; the Chief Minister’s Office will review the situation after 15 days.
Land acquisition progress for expressways reviewed
Reviewed progress of land acquisition for Chitrakoot Link Expressway, Farrukhabad Link Expressway, and Jewar Link Expressway; DM offices were asked to provide updated information; target of 90% land availability by May 31 was highlighted.
BEL unit foundation stone at Chitrakoot to be laid soon
The foundation stone for the Bharat Electronics Limited unit is planned to be laid soon at the Chitrakoot node of the Defence Corridor; before this, the financial tender work for the Chitrakoot Link Expressway should be completed.
State Transformation Commission meeting review
At a meeting of the State Transformation Commission, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed progress on major infrastructure projects and directed officials to push them forward in mission mode.