Govt sanctions 78 roads measuring 563.67 km and 14 bridges with an estimated investment of Rs. 378.68 crore to the State of Assam

To strengthen rural connectivity and accelerate economic growth in the North-Eastern region, the Ministry of Rural Development has sanctioned 78 roads measuring 563.67 km and 14 bridges under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) – III, with an estimated investment of Rs. 378.68 crore to the State of Assam.

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.