Construction of CC Interlocking Tiles Road from Balaji Dham towards Solani River in Village Gadharona (Khanpur Assembly).

Location

The project is located in Village Gadharona, under the Khanpur Legislative Assembly constituency of District Haridwar, Uttarakhand. The road connects Balaji Dham to National Highway-26.

Background and Problem Statement

Village Gadharona is home to the famous and mythological Shri Balaji Dham, a significant pilgrimage site. Currently, the internal road connectivity to this site needs improvement to facilitate the movement of pilgrims and local villagers. The project aims to upgrade the internal village road to handle the footfall of devotees and improve local infrastructure.

Project Concept and Need

This project is conceived under the State Plan for the improvement of internal roads at tourist destinations. The objective is to construct a durable road using CC Interlocking Tiles to connect the Balaji Dham temple with State Highway No. 26 and towards the Solani River. This will provide a dust-free and all-weather path for pilgrims visiting the shrine from various states.

Key Components and Features

The project involves the construction of a new road surface using Cement Concrete (CC) Interlocking Tiles.

Total Road Length: 2.665 km.
Proposed Length: 2.665 km (Full stretch).
Traffic Volume: The road supports a traffic volume of 9814 PCU and 660 CVPD.
Lane Configuration: The work involves upgrading the road as a 1.5 Lane carriageway.
Classification: It is classified as an Other District Road (ODR).

Beneficiaries and Coverage

The project benefits:

Pilgrims: Devotees visiting the mythological Shri Balaji Dham from across the country.
Local Villagers: Residents of Gadharona village who will gain better internal connectivity.

Expected Benefits and Outcomes

Tourism Promotion: Improved infrastructure will enhance the pilgrim experience and boost religious tourism in the Khanpur area.
All-Weather Access: Interlocking tiles provide a durable surface suitable for village roads, preventing waterlogging and mud.
Safe Connectivity: Provides a safe and smooth connector between the temple and State Highway 26.

Current Status of the Project

The estimated cost for the project is ₹ 389.49 Lakhs. The project is proposed under the State Plan for tourist circuit improvement.

Implementation Plan / Next Steps

The project will be executed using CC Interlocking Tiles, a methodology well-suited for village and temple precinct roads. Following financial sanction, the work will be tendered and executed.

Conclusion

The construction of the Balaji Dham road in Gadharona is a targeted intervention to support religious tourism in Haridwar district. By providing high-quality last-mile connectivity to a revered shrine, the project fulfills the dual goal of developing tourism infrastructure and improving the quality of life for the local rural population.

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