New Rs 40,000 Crore Pune-Bangalore Highway Expansion Project Set to Begin Construction Soon Under Union Minister Nitin Gadkari

1. Nitin Gadkari, the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, has unveiled plans for a new greenfield highway connecting Pune and Bangalore.
2. The project is estimated to cost around Rs 40,000 crore and will run parallel to the existing Pune-Bangalore highway.
3. Construction on the new highway is set to begin within the next six months as part of a broader initiative to enhance infrastructure and transportation networks in the region.
4. Recent flooding issues on the Mumbai-Bengaluru highway in July have underscored the need for improved infrastructure to handle emergencies and prevent future disruptions.
5. The new Pune-Bangalore highway is expected to improve regional connectivity, reduce travel time, and alleviate congestion on existing roadways.
6. Nitin Gadkari has emphasized the importance of collaboration among elected representatives, officials, and the NHAI to address transportation challenges and enhance infrastructure resilience.

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