The Ministry of Rural Development has permitted 78 roads measuring 563.67 km and 14 bridges under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) – III, to strengthen rural connectivity and accelerate economic growth in the North-Eastern region, informed PIB.
An estimated investment of Rs. 378.68 crore has been sanctioned to the State of Assam.
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This landmark initiative will:
- Improve access to essential services like healthcare, education, and markets;
- Enhance connectivity in rural areas, bridging the gap between remote villages and urban centres;
- Foster economic development, trade, and commerce in the region;
- Create employment opportunities and stimulate local economies;
- Align with the government’s vision of a prosperous Northeast and a developed India (Viksit Bharat).
“The projects under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana -III will have a transformative impact on the region, contributing to the growth and prosperity of the North-Eastern region and cementing the government’s commitment to inclusive development,” stated the Ministry.
