CM Shri Bhupendra Patel Conducts Inspection Visit of Advanced Development Projects in Historic Vadnagar

Gandhinagar, Aug 2025: Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel conducted an on-site inspection of the progress of key development projects being implemented by the state and central governments in Vadnagar, a city renowned for its rich historical and archaeological heritage.
 
To ensure the speedy completion of the multi-model transport hub being constructed opposite Vadnagar railway station, the Chief Minister gave necessary instructions to the concerned officials for proper coordination and integration of this project between the Railways and the State Government’s Tourism Department.
 
Under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision, the archaeological and historic city of Vadnagar is witnessing rapid development. To further strengthen tourism facilities for passengers and visitors, a Multi-Modal Transport Hub and Public Plaza—linking Vadnagar Railway Station with the city’s major attractions—is being constructed at an estimated cost of ₹17 crore. The project will feature amenities such as parking, rest areas, and a cafeteria, along with the plantation of over 2,000 trees across the premises. Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel also reviewed the progress of this initiative during his visit.

Under Swadesh Darshan Yojana’s Heritage Circuit, key heritage sites in Vadnagar are being developed, including Sharmishtha Lake, Tana Riri Park, Lateri Stepwell, Ambaji Kotha Lake, the Railway Station, and Fort Wall.

Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel inspected the progress of the multi-model transport hub developed by Gujarat Tourism Corporation and gave necessary instructions to maintain quality. During the visit, Tourism Secretary Dr. Rajendra Kumar provided a detailed briefing on the project’s progress.
 
On this occasion, MLA Shri K. K. Patel, Secretary of Tourism and Devasthan Department Shri Rajender Kumar, Tourism Commissioner Shri Prabhav Joshi, Secretary of the Pavitra Yatra Development Board Shri Ramesh Merja, District Collector Shri S. K. Prajapati, District Development Officer Dr. Hasrat Jasmine, and officers from the Tourism Department were also present.

Source: Information Department, Gujarat