India, April 29 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the 594-km-long Ganga Expressway, one of the country's longest high-speed corridors, connecting Meerut to Prayagraj and aimed at transforming connectivity across Uttar Pradesh.

The expressway, developed as a six-lane corridor with provision for expansion to eight lanes, is expected to significantly reduce travel time while enabling faster, safer and more efficient movement of people and goods across the state. Designed for a speed of up to 120 kmph, the project is being seen as a major boost to infrastructure-led growth.

Officials said the expressway will enhance connectivity across 12 key districts - Meerut, Hapur, Bulandshahr, Amroha, Sambhal, Badaun, Shahjahanpu...