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10 Sept2026

PM Modi Inaugurates Rs 35,000 Crore Infrastructure Projects in Vadodara, Boosting Connectivity and Economic Growth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated, dedicated, and laid foundation stones for development projects exceeding ₹35,000 crore in Vadodara. Key projects included three sections of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC), spanning 326 route kilometers and costing over ₹20,700 crore, which now provides direct rail connectivity to Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT).

Source: The Economic Times, Business Standard & 6 others

05 Aug2026

Vadodara Ring Road Project Phase 1 Completed, Aiming to Ease Traffic Congestion

The Vadodara Urban Development Authority (VUDA) and Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) have completed the first phase of the ambitious 75-meter wide Ring Road project. This 27.5 km stretch, part of a larger 66 km corridor costing ₹1,500 crore, is expected to significantly reduce traffic pressure within the city by diverting heavy vehicles outside urban limits.

Source: Indian Masterminds

14 Jul2026

Manjalpur By-election Focuses on Civic Issues Amidst Nomination Filings

The Manjalpur by-election in Vadodara is set to highlight pressing civic issues, as candidates filed their nominations on July 13, 2026. Voting is scheduled for July 30, with results expected on August 3.

Source: The Economic Times, Gujarat Samachar

23 Jun2026

Vadodara Railway Junction to Reroute Over 140 Trains Due to Yard Remodeling

Vadodara Junction, a major railway hub, will see over 140 train services rerouted or altered between June 23 and July 1 due to yard remodeling and signaling upgrades. Platforms 5 and 6 will be temporarily closed for infrastructure overhaul, including installing new points and crossovers. Trains will stop at peripheral stations like Vishwamitri, Chhayapuri, and Bajwa instead of the main junction.

Source: The Times of India

09 Jun2026

Arvind SmartSpaces to Jointly Develop Residential Project in Vadodara

Arvind SmartSpaces has launched a joint development project on Ajwa Road in Vadodara, marking its entry into the city's residential market with a projected top-line potential exceeding ₹700 crore, and plans further expansion in Gujarat.

Source: ET Realty

09 Jun2026

Vadodara Civic Body Plans 11 New Infrastructure Projects

The Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) has planned 11 new infrastructure projects, including bridges and flyovers, with an estimated cost of ₹643 crore.Key projects include flyovers at Makarpura-Sushain Junction, Tarsali junction, and Vrundavan junction, as well as widening of Vishwamitri River bridges.

Source: Vadodara Municipal Corporation

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