Lucknow: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s April 29 visit to inaugurate the Ganga Expressway, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday carried out a site inspection at the proposed event venue, located at the Mallawan Cut in Hardoi district’s Bilgram tehsil.
The Chief Minister visited the site and surrounding areas, holding a meeting with senior officials responsible for implementing and monitoring the project. He was accompanied by the divisional commissioner, district magistrate, superintendent of police, and other senior administrative and police officials.
During the inspection, Yogi reviewed all arrangements, including the helipad, public meeting venue, VIP route, parking, barricading, security, and traffic management. He directed officials to prioritize security for the event, emphasizing the need for a multilayered security system with effective coordination between police and administration.
At the public meeting site, the Chief Minister stressed proper seating, high-quality pandal, availability of drinking water, cleanliness, toilets, and uninterrupted electricity supply. He stated, “The public attending the event should not face any inconvenience, and all arrangements must function smoothly. Traffic flow should be smooth during the event. Alternative routes should be identified, and adequate police force should be deployed along the route and at the venue. Ensure the installation of clear signboards to avoid inconvenience to the public.”
Yogi also assessed emergency services, including ambulances, fire services, and medical facilities. He said the government should be prepared to effectively handle any unforeseen situation.
The Chief Minister asked all concerned officials for detailed updates on preparations, including final touches to the Ganga Expressway, and instructed them to complete all works within prescribed timelines. He also directed officials to carry out regular reviews of arrangements so that any shortcomings can be immediately rectified.
Additionally, Yogi directed officials to plant ‘Hari Shankari’ saplings around the venue.
