With an aim to spruce up Gomti River and make it a tourist destination, Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has proposed development of the river front and embankment of the right side of the river up to Shahid Path.
The directives were issued during a review meeting of the Irrigation department here on Monday in which several pending projects were discussed in detail.
“This is a fact that beautification of river flowing through city has given a new meaning to the city across the world. Similarly, beautification of Gomti river can add a sheen to the majestic grandeur of the city,” Yadav said.
Chief Minister said that the river front should be developed in such a way that it should be helpful for the people.
“Efforts should be made to make Gomti clean. Disposal of waste is the main challenge in keeping river clean. It is a known fact that river is clean till it enters city but once it enters city waste is poured into the river making it dirty. Therefore, waste should be treated before effluents are thrown in the river,” Yadav said.
He said in last three years Government has done a commendable job in Irrigation department. Many pending projects have been cleared. “In Bundelkhand area the previous Government had made an announcement to start projects worth Rs3000 crore but nothing was done. This government has cleared 13 pending projects of which four have been completed and the rest nine projects will be completed within next two years,” Chief Minister said.