Shri Nitin Gadkari approves Rs 2,248.94 crore for the construction of Lada-Sarli section of NH-913 (Frontier Highway) in Arunachal Pradesh

Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari has approved a fund of Rs. 2,248.94 crore for the construction of the Lada-Sarli section of NH-913 (Frontier Highway) in Arunachal Pradesh on EPC mode, spanning 105.59 km across Packages 1, 2, 3, & 6.

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In a social media post, Shri Gadari said that this vital project, dedicated to providing a swift communication network for security forces, is poised to stimulate economic activities, fostering reverse migration towards vibrant border areas. Additionally, it established essential road infrastructure, connecting crucial river basins and facilitating the development of numerous hydropower projects in the state ,he added.

Shri Gadkari said this greenfield road holds promise for tourism, catering to sparsely populated areas of Upper Arunachal, and anticipating increased traffic in the future.

 

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