Two key projects of the Metro Express Limited, namely the Barkly Pedestrian Connectivity Project and the Metro Express Pick-Up Drop Off Facility at St Louis, were inaugurated, yesterday morning, by the Minister of Land Transport and Light Rail, Mr Alan Ganoo.
Minister Alan Ganoo proceeded to the unveiling of a plaque to inaugurate the Barkly Pedestrian Connectivity project that entailed the construction of a retaining wall, a block wall as well as a footpath, along with the fixing of beta fence, street lightings and landscaping works.
In statement, Minister Ganoo underlined that the project, to the tune of Rs 4.5 million, was undertaken following the request of the residents of Barkly to facilitate their access to the other side of the Metro line.
He expressed satisfaction as regards the quality of the work carried out, underlining that this shortcut indeed catered for the welfare of the residents by providing easy access within safe and secured conditions.
Moreover, the Minister of Land Transport and Light Rail announced the upcoming project of the construction of a signalised track pedestrian crossing to improve connectivity for the Barkly residents. He indicated that the Budget 2024-25 had earmarked an amount of Rs 25 million for its implementation.
As regards the Metro Express Pick-Up Drop Off Facility at St Louis, Mr Alan Ganoo highlighted that the project, at the cost of Rs 11.5 million, was spearheaded to provide Metro Express passengers residing at St Louis and those working in the nearby Industrial Zone, with direct, secure and convenient access to the station.
