IRS will assist the Uttar Pradesh government in
formulating the UP Inland Waterways Authority and developing relevant rules
based on the IWAI Act
2021 and IWAI Rules 2022. IRS will also provide technical support to the newly
formed authority, ensuring the implementation of best practices for safety and
green initiatives in compliance with the latest national and international
requirements. IRS will further help identify various upscaling opportunities
for department officials and other stakeholders, contributing to skill
enhancement and capacity building.
This
partnership marks a significant step towards sustainable development and
efficient utilization of Uttar Pradesh’s inland waterways, aligning with the
broader vision of environmental conservation and economic growth. By leveraging the state’s extensive river network,
the authority aims to facilitate seamless movement of goods and passengers,
enhance connectivity, and stimulate regional development.
Shri Chandra Bhushan Singh, IAS,
Transport Commissioner, Uttar Pradesh,
expressed his gratitude towards IRS for their ongoing support. He emphasized that the formation of the authority will
boost the local economy by providing low-cost and green transportation
options for cargo and passengers through navigable channels. He also
highlighted the potential for pilgrimage tourism under the vision of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi
and Chief Minister
Shri Yogi Adityanath. Additionally, the authority aims to
contribute to river conservation, pollution prevention, and overall improvement
in the quality of life for residents.
Shri. Amit Bhatnagar, Senior Principal
Surveyor, and Shri. Devrup Kabi, Senior Principal Surveyor, IRS, assured the Transport Commissioner and the Transport
Department of their full support and expertise in this initiative. They
reiterated IRS’ commitment to providing state-of-the-art technical assistance
and services to ensure the success of the UP Inland Waterways Authority.
The MoU signing ceremony was attended by notable
officials including
Shri Sanjay Nath Jha (RTO HQ), Shri PS Satyarthi (Additional Transport
Commissioner Enforcement & Road Safety), Shri AK Singh (Additional
Transport Commissioner Revenue & IT), and from the IRS side, Shri Naveen
Kumar (Senior Surveyor).