Ahmedabad-Vadodara Expressway boosts local and trade transit: Gadkari

08 May 2024 CW Team

Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, mentioned that there exists a fusion of industrial prowess and natural beauty on the Ahmedabad-Vadodara Expressway, which connects prime industrial hubs in Gujarat. He expressed that the National Expressway-1 not only facilitates local and trade mobility but also provides breathtaking scenic views along the journey.

The Union Minister said in a post on X, "Experience the seamless blend of industrial prowess and natural beauty on the Ahmedabad-Vadodara Expressway. Connecting Gujarat's prime industrial hubs, this National Expressway 1 not only eases local and trade mobility but also offers breathtaking scenic views along the journey."

It was announced by the BJP that Gadkari would be their candidate from the Nagpur seat, where elections were conducted on April 19. The Union Minister is renowned for his initiatives aimed at developing the road transport and highways sector in the country.

The results of the general elections are scheduled to be declared on June 4, 2024.

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