Centre approves seven bridges in Arunachal at Rs 118.5 crore

The Centre has approved seven bridge projects in Arunachal Pradesh at a cost of Rs 118.5 crore, Union Road Transport and Highway Minister Nitin Gadkari said.

These bridges will be built under the Setu Bandhan Scheme, he said.

‘Under the Setu Bandhan Scheme, we have granted approval for 7 bridge projects with a cumulative cost of ₹118.50 crores, intended for the state of Arunachal Pradesh in the fiscal year 2023-24,’ Gadkari posted on X on Wednesday night.

‘Enhancing connectivity across regions, and fostering economic development, these projects align with our commitment to improving the overall quality of life and promoting the socio-economic growth of Arunachal Pradesh,’ he added.