Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday highlighted the need to embrace technology for the advancement of both individuals and cities, making them 'smart' in today's era.
The CM was addressing a public meeting after laying the foundation stone and inaugurating 253 development projects worth Rs 482 crore of Gorakhpur Municipal Corporation. He also inaugurated the Integrated Control and Command Centre, released the Gorakhpur News Letter and flagged off 34 sanitation vehicles.
He said, "By integrating technology, Gorakhpur has set up an Integrated Control and Command Centre within the Municipal Corporation, monitoring cleanliness, street lighting, water supply, traffic and security measures. This initiative propels Gorakhpur towards the status of a smart city."
Yogi said: "We should try to make our country and our cities appear smart. Rather than seeking inspiration from elsewhere, our cities should set the benchmark for the world to follow. There is a need to make cities ‘smart’ for ease of living."
He praised Gorakhpur for its exemplary efforts in becoming a safe city, achieved through the installation of numerous cameras across the city with the cooperation of all sections of society. "With this extensive surveillance network, any untoward incident can be promptly detected and addressed," he said.
The CM noted the transformation of public behaviour, citing how the presence of CCTV cameras has deterred people from littering on the streets. He highlighted the government's commitment to constructing durable infrastructure by mentioning the development of two-lane and four-lane roads in Gorakhpur, built to last for 50 years.
Highlighting the transformation of the Goddhoiya drain, Yogi expressed that it is evolving into a picturesque location akin to Ramgarh Taal, attracting people to capture its beauty through selfies. "Goddhoiya drain will be developed in the form of a river and it will look like heaven on earth. The area around it will be made green by planting trees on both its sides," he said.
Discussing the revitalisation of Ramgarh Tal, he highlighted its remarkable journey from a site plagued by filth and crime to a popular destination for selfies and photography. "Even Bhojpuri superstar Ravi Kishan has chosen to reside nearby," he said.
Highlighting the comprehensive amenities available in Gorakhpur, the CM said, "It is the responsibility of the Municipal Corporation to preserve and maintain it."
He emphasised that active participation from public representatives and citizens in conservation efforts would ensure the city's cleanliness, beauty, and smartness, making it a magnet for visitors.
The CM inspected several models of Solid Waste Management displayed by the Municipal Corporation at the venue and engaged with officials to gather information about them. He also interacted with and encouraged the morale of Safai Mitras, taking photographs with them.
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Quelle/Source: United News of India, 10.03.2024
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