Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday sanctioned Rs. 382.10 crore for the construction of a new 2-lane highway with paved shoulders connecting Majuli and Jorhat on the recently designated NH 715K in Assam. Additionally, a flyover on NH-715, complete with its approaches and service roads, is included in the project, spanning a total length of 20.479 km.
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In a post on X, Gadkari said that the initiatives aim to establish direct road connectivity between Jorhat and Majuli, address the absence of such a link currently. He said that presently residents rely on river ferries across the Brahmaputra during daylight hours, posing safety concerns, especially during periods of high flooding.
Gadkari added that the development of the roads and the Majuli bridge will ensure continuous connectivity, significantly improving the socio-economic conditions of the local population and promoting tourism. This strategic infrastructure investment is poised to reduce travel time and vehicle operating costs for road users.