GORAKHPUR, July 25 -- Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday laid emphasis on the need for accelerated road development projects based on proposals submitted by elected public representatives. He directed officials to prioritise these proposals for fast-track implementation, designating MPs and MLAs as "development ambassadors." The chief minister held a high-level review meeting at Baba Gambhirnath Auditorium with MPs, MLAs, and senior officials from the Gorakhpur and Basti divisions on the second day of his visit to the district. During the meeting, he reviewed road development plans for each constituency and underlined that the priorities of public representatives must take precedence over bureaucratic procedures. "Our focus is clear -- work must begin first in areas where people need roads the most," Yogi stated. Reiterating the government's commitment to quality and transparency, he directed that urban roads be developed under the Chief Minister Grid Scheme. He urged MPs and MLAs to actively monitor construction work in their areas to ensure there is no compromise with standards. Yogi examined a detailed digital presentation by the PWD, which outlined proposed constituency-wise road projects. He discussed area-specific requirements with individual legislators and issued instructions to ensure immediate action. Responding to concerns raised regarding roads damaged by floods, the chief minister directed PWD to prepare a special action plan for strengthening road infrastructure in flood-prone areas. He also approved the use of Disaster Relief Funds for repair and reinforcement wherever necessary. Highlighting the role of improved road networks in boosting religious tourism, Yogi urged public representatives to submit timely proposals to link religious sites with major roads. "Gorakhpur and Basti divisions are fast becoming models of balanced development," Yogi remarked. Pointing to progress made in enhancing interstate and four-lane road connectivity, he noted that the region is already witnessing the benefits. Prominent among those present at the meeting included agriculture minister Surya Pratap Shahi, minister of state Vijaylaxmi Gautam, Gorakhpur MP Ravi Kishan, mayor Dr Manglesh Srivastava, and senior bureaucrats, including principal secretary (PWD) Ajay Chauhan, and principal secretary (tourism) Mukesh Meshram....