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.

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