Union Minister Nitin Gadkari lays foundation stone for 13 highway projects in Manipur

New Delhi: Union minister for road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday laid the foundation stone for 13 highway projects worth Rs 3,000 crore in Manipur.

The minister also inaugurated a road safety project in the north eastern state.

The said projects involve a road length of 316 kilometres. “Paving the way for development of Manipur, these roads will enhance better connectivity, convenience and economic growth in this NE State,” a statement issued by the ministry of road transport and highways said.