Gorakhpur link expressway inaugurated
🚀 Gorakhpur Link Expressway Inaugurated: A New Era of Fast Travel & Development in Eastern UP 🛣️
Date of Inauguration: June 20, 2025
Inaugurated By: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath
🛤️ What Is the Gorakhpur Link Expressway?
The Gorakhpur Link Expressway is a modern, high-speed, 91.35-km expressway that connects Gorakhpur with the Purvanchal Expressway at Salarpur in Azamgarh. This expressway will drastically reduce travel time from Gorakhpur to Lucknow to just 3.5 hours! 🕒
🏗️ Key Features of the Expressway
• 🛣️ Length: 91.35 km
• 🧭 Route: From Jaitpur (Gorakhpur) to Salarpur (Azamgarh)
• 🚘 Lanes: 4-lane (expandable to 6 lanes)
• 💰 Cost: ₹7,283 crore
• 🏞️ Districts Covered: Gorakhpur, Ambedkar Nagar, Sant Kabir Nagar, Azamgarh
🧠 Smart Infrastructure & Safety 🚓
This expressway is built with Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS), including:
• 📷 CCTV cameras every 5 km
• 🚨 Speed sensors & emergency response system
• 🚑 Ambulances stationed every 45 km
• 🛠️ Dedicated safety vehicles and cranes
🧪 Swiss Technology for Smooth Travel 🇨🇭
For the first time in India, Swiss ride-quality sensors have been used to ensure a bump-free journey. The road was tested using AI tools and accelerometers for quality monitoring. 🌐🛞
🌆 Boosting Regional Economy 💼
The expressway is a game-changer for Eastern Uttar Pradesh:
• 🚛 Easier logistics for industries
• 🏭 Supports the upcoming Greater GIDA Industrial Area (5,500 acres)
• 👷♂️ Expected to generate 10,000+ jobs
• 🛣️ Promotes UP’s goal to become the Expressway State of India
🧭 Entry & Exit Points 🛑
There are several interchanges along the way for easy access, including:
• Gorakhpur (Jaitpur)
• Sant Kabir Nagar
• Azamgarh (Salarpur – link to Purvanchal Expressway)
📢 Final Words
The Gorakhpur Link Expressway is more than a road—it's a symbol of progress 🚀, better connectivity 📡, and a gateway to prosperity for Eastern Uttar Pradesh. With modern tech, safety systems, and economic potential, this expressway is a true milestone in India's infrastructure journey. 🇮🇳
