Today, India, being one of the biggest developing countries in the world is committed towards developing its economy and raising the living standards of its people. Development of an area is not only concerned about factories, dams and roads but also about the residents of a particular state/country. The goal is to provide material, spiritual and cultural fulfilment to the people and why not when the human factor is of supreme value in the development.
Anything that a state government does must always have people on priority as we all know and understand that the government is made by the people, of the people and most importantly for the people. Chief Minister of Rajasthan Vasundhara Raje, believes the same. Her constant and incessant efforts, far-sightedness, plans and agendas for the state of Rajasthan and its people have certainly turned the tables around. She has proved it out to the world that the state Rajasthan is not only about desert and forts, but is much more than that.
Infrastructure development in any country or state is very important. Never before in the history has it happened that innovation offered promise of so much to so many in such a short time as it has happened under the leadership of CM Raje. Vasundhara Raje with her team Rajasthan has one by one fulfilled or is in the way of fulfilling all the promises made during the elections and while she presented her budget. Investing in the Infrastructure development in the state will eventually help in rebuilding communities to create jobs. Vasundhara Raje believes and understands that infrastructure development creates a form of city and enables life to go on in a certain way. By improving the infrastructure of the state, the government helps create economic development, put more people to work and most important enhances safety and improves local communities. With the same philosophy, CM Raje on Wednesday inaugurated infrastructure projects worth Rs 2000 crore. These projects are aimed at benefitting the residents of the capital pink city Jaipur.
“The state government is working for the development of the state and such projects will definitely take the city of Jaipur and the state forward in years to come,” Raje said. Let us tell you a brief of the projects that have been inaugurated by Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje.
Dravyawati River Rejuvenation Project: The River in the past 100 years has transformed into a drain. This river has been destroyed by contaminated and polluted water, debris and waste. To improve the conditions of the river, the Jaipur Devlopment Authority has given a project to Tata Projects Ltd. and Shanghai Urban Construction Group worth rupees 2018. Also, after the project is completed, the same groups will be responsible of taking care of the river for next 10 years. Under the project, along with 170 MLD treatment of wastewater, more than 100 fall training centres will be built and availability of water will be ensured in this channel throughout the whole year. Under the project, apart from the beautification work of the river, approximately 16,000 trees will be planted and 65,000 square meters of green area will be developed.
LIC Building and Elevated Road from Bhawani Singh Marg to Sodala: To provide relief from the extreme traffic, an elevated road of 2.8 kilometres will be constructed with a worth of rupees 200 crores. This project has already been given to Simplex Infra Limited on 4th of July. This elevated road will be a two lane road with the help of which, traffic can move easily without any red light or crossing in between from Ambedkar Cirle to Shyaam Nagar Mandi. It has been said to be finished by October 2018.
R.O.B. Sitapura: A road over bridge (R.O.B.) will be constructed in order to provide relief to the people who often travel on the Agra Road that connects Tonk Road and Sitapura Industrial Area. These people were facing problems due to the Jaipur-Sawai Madhopur railway line crossing which they majorly found shut. This would be the first 6 lane R.O.B. constructed by the Jaipur Devlopment Authority. 87 crore rupees will be spent to complete this project by May 2018.
R.O.B Dantali: A road over bridge of worth rupees 72 crores will be constructed here by July 2018. People here were facing problems due to Jaipur-Delhi Railway Crossing gate which was closed from time to time for the trains. This will be a 900 meter long R.O.B.
R.O.B Jahota: A road over bridge of worth rupees 55 crores will be constructed here by November 2017. People here were facing problems due to Jaipur-Sikar Railway Crossing gate which was closed from time to time for the trains. This will be a 785 meter long R.O.B.
Engineering Staff Training Institute: A training institute for engineers and staff of the Public Works Development Department, Water Resources Department and Public Health Engineering Department will be constructed to train the staff. A total of 9 crore rupees will be spent and the project will be completed by December 2017.
Bridge Expansion near World Trade Park: Because the width of the over bridge near the World Trade Park is not wide enough, thus the slip lane is not stable. So, with a total expense of total 5 crore rupees, new 2-2 additional lanes will be constructed. The project has been planned to be completed by March 2017.
Developmental Works of 100 Parks: JDA (Jaipur Development Authority) has taken in hand the job of completing the development of 100 parks in the city by March 2017 with a total expense of 20 crores. Walking tracks and gardens would be constructed in every park.
Kishan Bagh Forestry Project: With a worth of rupees 9 crores, an attractive tourist destination would be developed where plant and trees of different species found in Aravalli and desert areas will be systematically planted. Under this project, along with the creation of an eco-trail and a micro habitat, a beautiful breathtaking viewing point will also be established.
Galta Valley Forestry Project: A total of 8 crore rupees will be spent in order to beautify this region by planting trees and preserving water. Along with a beautiful nature trail will also be developed in the region. The project has been planned to be completed by September 2017.
Silvan Project Phase 2: Along with tree planting and water conservation, a walking track and Pauli house will be constructed under this project with a worth of 7 crore rupees. Nilgai will be kept here and an atmosphere will be created where people residing nearby, would be able to include them in their habitat. This project has been planned to be completed by September 2017.
BEED 200 Biodiversity Project: Situated at a distance of approximately 1 km from ‘Ghat Ki Gooni Tunnel’, this 10 hectare area is selected for plantation of 300 variety of medicinal herbs along with the construction of walking track, Jogging track and an open gymnasium. The estimated investment of this project will be around Rs. 7 crores and is targeted to be completed by the end of September, 2017.
Global Centre of Excellence, Light House and Smart City Solution Phase 2: JDA with the help of international companies like, Sysco, 3M, Genpact, and General Electric etc will construct Global Innovation Centre of Excellence and internet of things, innovation hub and a living lab. Under this project, smart lightning, smart parking, city operation centres and smart city app will be developed. Wi-Fi at 30 new spots in the city, analytics based surveillance systems at 21 places, 15 new interactive Kiosks and 9 smart parking solutions will also be developed. With a total expense of 24 crores this project is targeted to be completed by the end of December 2016.
Shankara Eye Hospital, Vidhyadhar Nagar: Under the project of Resurgent Rajasthan, an MOU for has been signed for laying the foundation of Shankara Eye Hospital. An area of 8342 square feet has already been granted by JDA in the Vidhyadhar Nagar area for this purpose. A gross total of Rs. 50 crores will be spent on this project and it will have a total of 225 beds, out of which 200 beds will be kept reserved for poor village families of Below Poverty Line at free of cost. The girls of nearby locality, who have studied till 12th, will be trained and given job on the post of Vision care technician and operator. This hospital will start form February, 2018. A “Gift of Vision” program will also be operated in the adjacent 200 kms area of the hospital.
Sanitary Napkins vending Machine: A total of 1000 Sanitary Vending Machines will be installed in the nearby urban and village areas of the JDA region. This aspiring and innovative project includes the Nagar Nigam Jaipur, Chomu and Bagru Municipality along with various other villages. 50 machines have already started working in various areas and the rest 950 will be installed and commence working by September, 2016.
Diversification of E-Services: For the betterment of common man and saving their time, various sorts of e-Services and use of Information Technology is being started by JDA form the past two years. In this regard, the common man could easily apply online for one-time lease certificate. Also, they can book an appointment online for the verification of documents. It is to be noted that the first few lucky online applicants whose processing completed on time had the opportunity of receiving their orders/letters for the Honorable Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje herself in the program held few days back. It was her own way of encouraging online application and inspiring people for increased use of Information Technology in such transactions.
