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Ganga Expressway Inauguration Updates: Another golden chapter is going to be added in the development journey of Uttar Pradesh. Prime Minister Narendra Modi can inaugurate the Ganga Expressway, which is counted among the longest expressways of the country, from Hardoi on 29 April 2026. As soon as this mega-project starts, the journey from Meerut to Prayagraj will not only become shorter but will also be extremely hi-tech. The special thing this time is that you will not have to stop to pay toll on the expressway.
‘No-stop’ tolling: The magic of AI on India’s roads
Traditional toll plazas and barriers on Ganga Expressway will become a thing of the past. Here ‘No-Stop Toll Collection System’ Has been implemented. State-of-the-art sensors and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Cameras equipped with technology will recognize the number plates of vehicles and toll will be deducted automatically without reducing the speed of the vehicle. This will provide relief from long jams during festivals or peak hours and save precious time of passengers.
AI cameras keep an eye on every corner
Taking security and surveillance to the next level, hi-tech AI cameras have been installed at every single kilometer on the expressway. These cameras will not only collect toll, but also:
Will keep accurate records of speed and number of vehicles.
In case of rule violation or suspicious activity, an alert will be immediately sent to the control room.
In case of an accident, we will immediately inform the relief agencies.
No-entry of cattle, security cordon of barbed wire
on both sides of the entire corridor to deal with the frequent problem of stray animals on the highway. Barbed Wire (Fencing) A strong cordon has been created. This fencing will prevent entry of not only cattle but also unauthorized pedestrians, thereby reducing the risk of accidents to vehicles running at speeds of 120 km/hr.
Impenetrable fort for security: 6 new police posts and 52 police stations
Strict steps have been taken to strengthen the security arrangements of the expressway. Within a radius of 95 kilometers of Badaun district alone 6 new modern police posts are being established. The responsibility of security of the entire corridor will be with 52 police stations. Police forces and ambulances will be deployed 24 hours at these posts, so that in case of any emergency, help can be provided within minutes.
Main event will be held in Hardoi, live broadcast in Meerut
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate this expressway from Hardoi, while a huge public meeting will be organized near Binawar (Ghatpuri Interchange) of Badaun. DM Avnish Rao and SSP Ankita Sharma inspected the venue and intensified the preparations. Live telecast of this historic moment will be shown through LED screens in all the 12 districts connected to the expressway including Meerut.