VARANASI: Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath virtually inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for numerous projects under the Varanasi Smart City on Tuesday, January 4. The CM inaugurated a freshly constructed e-bus charging station, according to SN Sonthalia, Spokesperson for Varanasi Smart City. The Department of Urban Development, Government of Uttar Pradesh, has assigned 700 air-conditioned e-buses throughout 14 cities in the state to minimise air pollution and promote green-public transportation. Varanasi will have 50 of these buses.
The e-bus charging station also has a maintenance shed, substation building, charging point construction, restroom, lighting system, drinking water, guard room, metre and pump room, and rainwater collection tools.
CM Adityanath also announced the launch of free Wi-Fi at seven spots throughout the city. Citizens will be able to use free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes by logging in with their mobile number and a one-time password. Rudraksh International Convention Centre, Shaheed Udyaan Park, Sarnath Museum, Chaudhary Charan Singh Interstate Bus Stand, Kachherhi (near DM office), Ambedkar Chauraha, and Godowalia multi-level parking are among these seven locations.
The CM also laid the foundation for the rehabilitation and beautification of six parks and a pond. This project will include landscaping and route work, as well as the installation of high-mast and solar lights, a kiosk, an open gym, and a children’s play area.