Gelephu Mindfulness City inaugurates Immigration Terminal with automated e-gates for Bhutanese and Indian nationals
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Infrastructure and digital border management: a GS2 case study on regional connectivity and bilateral cooperation.
Why in news
The Governor of Gelephu Mindfulness City inaugurated an Immigration Terminal featuring automated e-gates for Bhutanese and Indian nationals to enhance regional connectivity.
Background
The terminal supports infrastructure projects including the 69 km Kokrajhar-Gelephu railway line and the 20 km Banarhat-Samtse line. These railway projects have a total cost of Rs. 4,033 crores and involve the Ministry of Railways and the Government of India.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceGelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) is a project in Bhutan.
- FactThe Kokrajhar-Gelephu railway line spans 69 km.
- FactThe Banarhat-Samtse railway line spans 20 km.
- FactThe total cost for the railway lines is Rs. 4,033 crores.
- S&TAutomated e-gates are being implemented for Bhutanese and Indian nationals at the new terminal.
Prelims practice question
What is the total cost of the railway projects involving the Kokrajhar-Gelephu and Banarhat-Samtse lines?
- (a)Rs. 5,200 crores
- (b)Rs. 4,033 crores
- (c)Rs. 2,500 crores
- (d)Rs. 1,800 crores
Show answer
Answer: (b) Rs. 4,033 crores — The note states the total cost for these railway lines is Rs. 4,033 crores.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how integrated infrastructure projects and digital border management can enhance regional connectivity and economic integration between India and its neighbours.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Cross-border synergy: Integration of railway networks to facilitate seamless movement of goods and people
- Digital infrastructure: Use of automated e-gates to reduce transit times and enhance border security
- Economic corridor: Role of specialized cities like GMC in attracting regional investment
Keywords: Regional Connectivity · Infrastructure Integration · Digital Border Management · Bilateral Cooperation · Economic Corridors
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