Gujarat CM Reviews Rs 117 Billion Projects in Tourism and Infrastructure

21 Jul 2025 CW Team

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel reviewed 12 development projects worth Rs 117.35 billion, focusing on tourism, metro rail, and industrial infrastructure.

The review included Rs 41.84 billion allocated to tourism initiatives such as the holistic development of Ambaji, restoration of the Mahakali Mata Temple in Pavagadh, mangrove and creek conservation along the coast, and transforming Mokarsagar in Porbandar into a tourism hub. Projects assessed also covered the Dwarka Corridor, enhancements of Shivrajpur and Somnath beaches, and new tourist facilities at Kantharpur Mahakali Vad and Dharoi Dam. In Vadnagar, five projects were evaluated, including an aqua screen projection at Sharmistha Lake, a music museum dedicated to Tana-Riri, and various beautification works.

In the Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR), infrastructure and social projects worth Rs 75.51 billion were examined, including plans for an international airport, expressway, rail link, and community facilities. The review also addressed a 516-hectare Green Wall project. Updates on Phase 2 of the Ahmedabad Metro Rail (Motera to Mahatma Mandir) and the Surat Metro Rail Project were presented.

The Chief Minister emphasised the importance of timely execution, regular field inspections, and inter-departmental coordination to achieve the objectives of the Viksit Gujarat vision.

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