Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Thursday inaugurated six development projects worth Rs 279.80 crore and laid foundation stones for six more valued at Rs 304.05 crore, taking the total value of civic works launched in Ahmedabad to Rs 583.85 crore.
The projects, covering transport infrastructure, housing, drainage, emergency response, electric-bus facilities and heritage development, were launched as part of the 'Seva, Sankalp and Samarpan Abhiyan' being organised to mark 25 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's public service, tying this infrastructure push directly to the broader national commemorative campaign.
The programme at Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Auditorium also included draws for newly constructed houses and the distribution of appointment letters to more than 450 newly appointed Assistant Technical Supervisors and around 50 Junior Clerks, combining infrastructure inauguration with direct employment announcements at the same event.
A Major New Flyover
Among the projects inaugurated was a four-lane flyover at Vadaj Junction in Ahmedabad's West Zone. Constructed by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's Bridge Project Department, the flyover has been built at a cost of Rs 127.92 crore, marking one of the largest single infrastructure investments among the projects unveiled.
A Railway Overbridge
A four-lane railway overbridge over Level Crossing-24 on the Ahmedabad-Botad railway line in the South-West Zone was also inaugurated at a cost of Rs 98.60 crore, addressing a key point of traffic congestion where road and rail infrastructure intersect.
Housing for Economically Weaker Sections
The other completed works include 329 Economically Weaker Section (EWS) houses at TP-39, Thaltej, developed under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana at a cost of Rs 22.24 crore. The houses are part of a larger project involving 1,190 EWS houses at the site, indicating that further housing units from the same broader development are still to follow.
Emergency Response Equipment
Fifteen First Response Vehicles (FRVs), costing Rs 19.74 crore, were dedicated to Ahmedabad fire stations, while 10 boats equipped with engines, costing Rs 3.40 crore, were made available for emergency operations, strengthening the city's capacity to respond to both fire-related and water-based emergencies.
Slum Rehabilitation
A rehabilitation project comprising 108 houses and 46 shops at the existing Pakhajino Kuvo slum area in TP Scheme No. 14, Shahibaug, was also inaugurated at a cost of Rs 7.90 crore, combining residential and commercial rehabilitation within the same project.
Projects Set to Begin
The six projects for which foundation stones were laid include a Rs 72.78-crore road network in the Ramapir Tekra L.A.P. area of Stadium Ward, and rehabilitation of the existing 1,800-mm diameter drainage line from Nagarvel Hanuman Temple to Guruji Bridge in Amraiwadi at a cost of Rs 65.51 crore.
Further Drainage and Transport Infrastructure
A new drainage pumping station and rising line at Navana in Vatva will be developed for Rs 61.81 crore. An AMTS/BRTS electric-bus charging and parking facility at TP-110 in Nikol-Kathwada will be developed at a cost of Rs 61.89 crore, reflecting the city's continued investment in electrifying its public transport fleet.
A New Bus Depot at Tragad
At Tragad, bus depot and terminus infrastructure, including bus parking and a charging station, will be developed on a 19,896 sq. metre plot at a cost of Rs 28.08 crore, further supporting the expansion of electric public transport infrastructure across the city.
A Heritage and Tourism Project
The sixth project is a Rs 13.98-crore Tourism Temple Circuit along the eastern bank of the Sabarmati River, connecting Saptarishi Ashram, Jagannath Temple and Atal Ghat, adding a cultural and tourism-focused dimension to the broader infrastructure push.
CM Patel's Remarks on the Occasion
Addressing the gathering, Patel said the welfare of citizens had remained at the centre of PM Modi's politics of development. "PM Modi would complete 25 years of dedicated public service on October 7 and the campaign is being organised across the country to mark the milestone," he said.
Citing Past Achievements in Gujarat
Patel said the transformation of Kankaria Lake and the Sabarmati Riverfront into world-class landmarks reflected PM Modi's vision during his tenure as Gujarat Chief Minister. He also cited the rehabilitation of slum dwellers through permanent housing as an example of decisive governance.
Broader Welfare Schemes Highlighted
The Chief Minister said the 'Swachhta Abhiyan' launched by PM Modi had become a mass movement and that the Ayushman scheme had helped families reduce the financial burden of costly medical treatment.
Gujarat's Standing in National Rankings
"Gujarat is playing a key role in fulfilling the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' through a 'Viksit Gujarat' and a NITI Aayog report ranked Gujarat among the country's leading states in financial management," he noted, citing external validation of the state's fiscal governance alongside its infrastructure achievements.
A Commitment to Timely Public Appointments
Patel said the state government is continuously working to ensure timely appointments to important positions across departments. He told the newly appointed employees to serve people with integrity and dedication, maintain quality in their work, remain conscious of cleanliness and make effective use of technology while delivering services to citizens.
A Call to Citizens
The Chief Minister also urged citizens to contribute towards the goal of a 'Viksit Gujarat' to 'Viksit Bharat', framing the day's infrastructure launches as part of a shared civic responsibility extending beyond government action alone.
Remarks From the Ahmedabad Mayor
Ahmedabad Mayor Hitesh Barot welcomed the gathering and congratulated the newly appointed employees. He described the occasion as a proud day for the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation and said, "The transparent policies of the state government and the civic body are helping ensure that people received the rightful outcomes of their hard work."
A City Transformed
He added that Ahmedabad had witnessed significant development under the Chief Minister's leadership and expressed gratitude to Patel and the state government for their efforts towards the city's development, closing the event on a note reflecting the collaborative relationship between state and municipal leadership behind this latest round of infrastructure investment.
