Q. Where is India’s first freight village being developed?
Answer: Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh
Notes: Prime Minister laid the foundation of major projects in Varanasi under the ‘Prosperity from the Sea’ initiative on waterways. India’s first Freight Village is being developed over 100 hectares in Milkipur, Chandauli district as a logistics hub. The Freight Village will connect Haldia, Patna, Kolkata, and Kashi with eco-friendly freighters cutting transport cost by 50% compared to road and rail. India’s first Dry-Dock Facility on Ganga at Ramnagar, Varanasi can repair four vessels at once, saving repair time and cost. These projects will boost Make in India, improve economy, and create jobs for Purvanchal youth.
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