- The Union Cabinet has given the green light for the construction of a 6-lane Greenfield Highway from JNPA Port to Chowk in Maharashtra.
- The project, with a total capital investment of Rs. 4500.62 crore, aims to enhance connectivity between Mumbai and Pune.
- This initiative is in line with the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, focusing on integrated transport networks.
- The new highway will address the growing traffic congestion at key junctions along the route.
- It will also provide direct connectivity to the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and Mumbai-Goa National Highway.
- The project includes two tunnels through the Sahyadri hills to facilitate smoother and faster travel for large container trucks.
- The highway is expected to boost trade efficiency and economic growth in the region.
- It will also create new opportunities for businesses, job creation, and infrastructural advancements.
- This project marks a significant step towards modernizing transport infrastructure in India.
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