PM Modi lays foundation stone for ₹6,957-crore Kaziranga corridor, flags off two Amrit Bharat trains
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Infrastructure (energy, ports, roads, railways)· Prelims·
Why in news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the ₹6,957-crore Kaziranga Elevated Corridor in Assam to improve wildlife movement and ecotourism.
Background
The Kaziranga Elevated Corridor is a ₹6,957-crore project located in the Nagaon district of Assam. It is designed to facilitate wildlife movement while reducing road accidents and promoting ecotourism.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe Kaziranga Elevated Corridor project cost is ₹6,957 crore.
- PlaceThe corridor is located in the Nagaon district of Assam.
- SchemeAmrit Bharat Express trains were flagged off to connect Assam with other states.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how infrastructure projects like elevated corridors can balance the competing demands of regional connectivity and wildlife conservation in ecologically sensitive zones.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Ecological integrity: Mitigating habitat fragmentation and human-wildlife conflict in protected areas
- Economic-Environmental trade-off: Balancing infrastructure-led growth with biodiversity preservation mandates
- Logistical efficiency: Reducing road fatalities and improving transit times for regional connectivity
Keywords: Habitat fragmentation · Ecotourism · Wildlife corridors · Infrastructure development · Biodiversity conservation
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