The work of the Ganga Expressway, being constructed from Meerut to Prayagraj is now moving towards completion. Especially in the Hasanpur tehsil of the Amroha district, this expressway has been completely completed. Now, only the final work is going on, which is almost complete. It is expected that vehicles will start running on this route in the coming month.

The construction of a 23.60 km-long expressway in the Hasanpur area is planned to be completed by 12 October 2025, although road construction and lighting work have already been completed here. The work of laying a pipeline for drainage of rainwater has also been completed.

An overbridge and T-point have been prepared on the Hasanpur-Rahra road in Mangrola. Four toll plazas have also been built on both sides of this T-point. Apart from this, the construction of the bridge over the Ganga River in Pandapur has also been completed.

Officials say that some finishing work was stopped due to rain, which will be completed within the next one month. At the same time, sources say that the 594 km-long Ganga Expressway extending from Meerut to Prayagraj will be opened in the month of November, as reported by Jagran.

With the opening of the expressway, it will become very easy to cover the distance from Meerut to Prayagraj. People of Amroha will also get convenience in traveling to both the cities. This route will prove to be very useful for the devotees coming to the Tigri fair from Prayagraj and nearby districts. Also, devotees of Meerut, Hapur and Amroha will now be able to reach Sangam bath easily.

Apart from this, lawyers and litigants of western Uttar Pradesh will get great relief in reaching the Prayagraj High Court. They will be able to leave their home in the morning and return the same day after pleading their case in Prayagraj, as per media reports.

Also Read: India’s Widest Expressway Proposed: 12-Lane Hyderabad–Machilipatnam Project Awaits Government Approval

The Delhi government is set to launch the registration process for its Pink Card, a lifetime free bus travel pass for women, from mid-October, as a Bhai Dooj gift to the women of the national capital.According to a senior transport department official, the Pink Card will be valid for a lifetime and aims to make public transport easier and more accessible. The initiative will replace the existing paper-based ticket system with the ‘Saheli Smart Card’, described as a permanent and personalised pass designed to provide women with unrestricted and secure travel on government-run buses.He said registration for the card is expected to begin in October, allowing “Delhi’s daughters and sisters to avail unlimited free travel as a token of the government’s commitment towards their welfare.” The exact launch date and procedure will be finalised in a meeting scheduled for the coming week.The card will also enhance safety and reduce inconvenience by eliminating the need for daily paper tickets, offering instead a hassle-free smart card.Plans for the Saheli Smart Card were first outlined in July. At the time, officials confirmed that it would carry the holder’s name and photograph and would be available to women and transgender residents of Delhi aged 12 years and above. The card, issued under the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) framework, will allow free travel on all DTC and Cluster buses and can also be recharged and used across other transit services.“To obtain the card, applicants must be bona fide residents of Delhi, aged 12 years or above, and have valid proof of address. They must register online through the DTC portal, select a participating bank, and complete full KYC verification at the chosen bank branch,” the official told PTI.The list of required documents includes Aadhaar, PAN, proof of residence in Delhi, a passport-size photograph, and any additional paperwork specified under the bank’s KYC norms. Once the KYC process is completed, the issuing bank will dispatch the card directly to the applicant’s registered address.The Delhi government has invited Expressions of Interest (EoI) from banks and financial institutions to support the card’s roll-out. Officials clarified that while the government will not charge users for the free travel scheme, banks may impose a small fee for issuing or maintaining the card. In the event of loss, the cardholder must inform the issuing bank, which may replace it under its own policies.Before it can be used, the card must be activated through the Automatic Fare Collection System (AFCS) of DTC. While topping up will enable use across other public transport services, the free travel facility will apply only to DTC and Cluster buses.“No card will be issued directly by DTC. Registration is completely online through the DTC portal, and cards are issued only after full KYC verification by the selected bank,” the official added.The chief minister has previously criticised the old pink ticket system, introduced under the AAP government, arguing that it was prone to corruption.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who made his first trip to Manipur after the ethnic unrest started in 2023, drove into Churachandpur on Saturday after his scheduled helicopter flight was postponed because of incessant rain. The prime minister was initially supposed to fly from Imphal to the Kuki-dominated district but chose the 90-minute drive to reach the waiting crowds.

On his arrival, Modi thanked the people who defied the rain to receive him. “I was glad that I couldn’t take the helicopter because I had the chance to see the love and affection showered on the people of Manipur on the way. I bow my head to them with gratitude,” the prime minister told a gathering.

An Appeal for Peace and Reconciliation

Speaking at an event at the venue, PM Modi made a strong call for stability and peace in the war-torn state. He called on all ethnic groups, specifically the Meitei and Kuki people, to stop the violence and seek a peaceful future.

“I urge all the communities to walk on the path of peace to realize their aspirations and ensure their children’s future,” the prime minister said. “Today, I assure you that I am on your side. The government of India is on the side of the people of Manipur.”

Development Projects and Resettlement Plan

During his tour, PM Modi inaugurated 19 development projects worth around ₹7,300 crores whose foundation stones he laid. He said that these would enhance the living conditions of local people, particularly the hilltop tribal communities. The projects include improvements in urban infrastructure, roads, drainage, and healthcare facilities.

The prime minister also promised proper rehabilitation and resettlement of the almost 60,000 individuals uprooted by the conflict since May 2023. He reaffirmed the commitment of the central government towards restoring enduring peace and normalcy to the state.

ALSO READ | ‘Will Pave Way For Peace, Stability And Prosperity In Nepal’: PM Modi On Sushila Karki’s Appointment As PM