President of the Dadaşlar Thought Platform established in Istanbul Dr. Mucahit GungorWithin the scope of Erzurum's development vision The High Speed Train (YHT) project must be included in the 2026 investment program. Güngör said, “As of 2025, Erzurum, the heart of the east, is no longer waiting, but demanding what it deserves,” and added that this project is not only a transportation investment, but also a strategic development move that integrates the east and the west.
Strategic Location of Erzurum and Importance of YHT
Dr. Mücahit Güngör in his statement, from Istanbul to Erzurum A fast, safe and comfortable transportation line for 8 hours, stated that it will be a big step for the development of the city. Güngör drew attention to the advantages of Erzurum such as its universities, tourism potential, young population and border trade, and said that the YHT project will be a It will pave the way for it to become a production, living and investment center. He stressed.
Referring to the historical, geographical and strategic responsibility of Erzurum, the Istanbul-based Dadaşlar Thought Platform stated that this project should not be postponed any further. The platform called on the government and relevant institutions to include the High Speed Train Project in the 2026 Investment Program. made an urgent call.
This call once again brought to the agenda the importance of the YHT project, which has the potential to accelerate the economic and social development of Erzurum, for regional development.
