Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday inaugurated the Gorakhpur Link Expressway and declared that Uttar Pradesh has successfully shed its old image as a 'Bimaru' state, now emerging as a national leader in infrastructure and connectivity under the BJP’s double engine government.
Addressing a large gathering at the event, Yogi said, “The double engine government of the BJP is working to fulfil the goal of 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. Uttar Pradesh is no longer a Bimaru state — it is now the state of expressways.”
The expressway, linking Gorakhpur to the Purvanchal Expressway, spans 91 km and is expected to reduce travel time and boost economic activity across eastern Uttar Pradesh. Built at an estimated cost of ₹5,800 crore, it passes through Gorakhpur, Azamgarh, Ambedkar Nagar, and Mau districts.
“Eight years ago, people were afraid to even take the name of Azamgarh. Today, Azamgarh is marching on the path of development,” he added, underlining the transformation in law, order, and perception of the region.
CM Yogi also reminded the audience that the foundation for eastern UP’s progress was laid when PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the Purvanchal Expressway in 2021. He said both the Gorakhpur and Purvanchal expressways are vital for connecting farmers, youth, and businesses to major markets and opportunities.
