Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday approved Rs 11 thousand crore to enhance road connectivity in Chhattisgarh.
“In a significant move to enhance road connectivity in Chhattisgarh,
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has approved Rs 11 thousand crore for the state. This funding will support the development of four major national highways, set to transform the state’s transport landscape and promote industrial growth,” as per an official press release.
Gadkari made this announcement during a review meeting with Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai in New Delhi. In the meeting held in New Delhi at Bharat Mandapam, the progress of the ongoing National Highway projects in Chhattisgarh was discussed. Union Ministers of State for Road Transport Ajay Tamta and Harsh Malhotra and Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao were also present during the meeting, as per the release.
“During the meeting, Gadkari emphasized the need to address obstacles related to project delays, directing the Forest Department to expedite clearances and resolve any pending issues.