New Delhi: In a significant move to strengthen rural connectivity and accelerate economic growth in the North-Eastern region, the Ministry of Rural Development has sanctioned 88 roads measuring 782.155 km and 55 bridges under PMGSY-III, with an estimated investment of Rs 1,056.82 crore for the state of Meghalaya.
 

Continuing this initiative, 55 roads spanning 443.26 km, with an estimated investment of Rs 412.34 crore, have already been sanctioned in the state under PMGSY-III.
 

This initiative aims to improve access to essential services such as healthcare, education, and markets. By enhancing connectivity in rural areas, it bridges the gap between remote villages and urban centres. Additionally, it fosters economic development, trade, and commerce in the region, creating employment opportunities and stimulating local economies.
 

Furthermore, this initiative aligns with the government's vision of a prosperous Northeast and a developed India (Viksit Bharat). The projects under PMGSY-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.
 

BI Bureau