Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has written to Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, requesting the connection of major cities in his Guna parliamentary constituency to the proposed ‘Madhya Bharat Vikas Path’. This expressway, also known as the ‘Nagpur–Bhopal–Gwalior Green Corridor’, aims to link Betul to Morena, passing through key areas like Bhopal and Gwalior to boost regional trade, tourism, and logistics.
Scindia emphasized in his letter that cities in the Guna Lok Sabha constituency, including Ashoknagar, Mungaoli, and Chanderi, lack direct access to national highways. He highlighted that integrating these cities into the expressway network would not only enhance transportation but also stimulate new investments, industries, and job opportunities in the region.
Improved road connectivity, according to Scindia, would invigorate economic activities in the Gwalior–Chambal division and neighboring areas, paving the way for a new phase of development. The proposed Madhya Bharat Vikas Path is currently undergoing a preliminary survey phase, expected to conclude within the next four to five months, exploring the potential inclusion of Chanderi, Ashoknagar, and Mungaoli in the corridor.
Scindia underscored that the ‘Madhya Bharat Vikas Path’ is a vital element of the new expressway network envisioned in Madhya Pradesh under the Government of India’s ‘Vision 2047’. This 746-km corridor, starting from Morena, traversing the Gwalior–Chambal region, and extending to Nagpur, will not only facilitate intercity travel but also enhance connectivity to significant tourist spots like Chanderi and Orchha, while strengthening the link between Nagpur and Hyderabad.
Expressing confidence in realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a ‘Developed India’, Scindia highlighted that the proposed new expressways in Madhya Pradesh, including the Narmada Pragati Path, Vindhya Expressway, and Malwa–Nimar Vikas Path, will propel the state’s economic and social advancement. He anticipated that these projects’ execution would expedite infrastructure development in Madhya Pradesh, offering enhanced connectivity, investments, and employment prospects to the region’s residents.
