Union Cabinet approves four-lane highway project from Baihata Chariali to Tezpur
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the construction of a 135.87-kilometre four-lane highway connecting Baihata Chariali to Tezpur in Assam. The project, which involves an investment of 8,970 crore rupees, aims to improve regional connectivity, reduce travel time, and enhance access to industrial and tourism hubs. The new infrastructure is expected to strengthen transport links between Guwahati and Arunachal Pradesh.
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What Happened
The Union Cabinet approved the construction of a four-lane highway spanning 135.87 kilometres between Baihata Chariali and Tezpur on Thursday. The decision was made during a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The central government has allocated 8,970 crore rupees for the completion of this infrastructure project.
The project is intended to improve connectivity across the Northeast and significantly reduce travel time for commuters. By upgrading the existing National Highway 15, the government aims to bolster transport links between Guwahati and Arunachal Pradesh while facilitating better access to various industrial and tourism centres in the region.
Key Facts
- The project covers a distance of 135.87 kilometres.Source not recorded
- The total cost of the highway construction is 8,970 crore rupees.Source not recorded
- The highway will connect Baihata Chariali to Tezpur.Source not recorded
- The project was approved during a Union Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.Source not recorded
- The highway is expected to improve connectivity between Guwahati and Arunachal Pradesh.Source not recorded
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6 Aug
- HTHindustan TimesUnion cabinet approves ₹8,970 crore Guwahati-Tezpur highway in Assam
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