By Shishir Prashant 
PrashantNews
The Uttarakhand government has envisaged a Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP) aimed at developing the state’s most significant religious, tourism, and administrative corridor comprising Dehradun, Haridwar, and Rishikesh to meet future requirements.
A meeting was held at the state secretariat which was presided over by Housing Secretary Dr. R. Rajesh Kumar, an official statement said on Thursday.
Detailed discussions were held on strategies to adopt a transportation system across this entire corridor which should be modern and eco-friendly.
Under the CMP, several ambitious projects have been proposed.
“There is a plan to develop an approximately 73-kilometer-long E-BRTS (Electric Bus Rapid Transit System) connecting Dehradun, Haridwar, and Rishikesh, which will make commuting between these three cities faster, safer, and more convenient,” a top official said.
Furthermore, there is a proposal to implement a Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) system in Haridwar, which is specifically intended to give a new direction to religious tourism. The development of ropeway projects for religious and tourist sites is also a key component of this plan, aimed at alleviating traffic congestion and enhancing the overall experience for travellers.
During the meeting, top officials laid emphasis on the implementation of Smart Traffic Management Systems (ITS), modern signalling, parking management, and the construction of bypass roads.
Integrated urban development will be ensured through Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), thereby fostering better synergy between transportation infrastructure and the urban lifestyle.
Experts believe that the implementation of CMP will lead to comprehensive improvements in traffic management during major religious events such as the Kanwar Mela and the Kumbh. The government quoting experts said the implementation of the new plan, traffic flow is expected to become smoother, more organized, and safer.
“This will ensure better amenities for devotees and simplify the task of managing arrangements for the administration. Overall, this plan reflects the Dhami government’s development-oriented and visionary outlook—one that is poised to play a pivotal role in establishing Uttarakhand as a modern, well-organized, and eco-friendly state,” a top government official said.
The meeting was attended by several senior officials, including Brijesh Kumar Mishra (Managing Director, Uttarakhand Metro Rail Corporation), Sanjeev Mehta (Director of Finance), and Sanjay G. Pathak (General Manager, Civil). All participants underscored the critical importance of the CMP for the state’s future and emphasized the need for its effective implementation.