1. Union Government approves Rs 1313.28 crore for the Aizawl bypass tunnel in Mizoram.
2. The project includes a 2.5 km twin-tube uni-directional tunnel and a 2.1 km approach road.
3. Aimed at reducing congestion in Aizawl City, improving traffic flow, and enhancing road safety.
Aizawl, Jan 07: The Union Government has approved Rs 1313.28 crore for the construction of a 2.5 km twin-tube uni-directional Aizawl bypass tunnel and a 2.1 km approach road on the Sairang – Phaibawk section of National Highway-6 in Mizoram.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced the funding, stating that the project, falling under Package-2 in Aizawl District, aims to address congestion in Aizawl City on NH-6.
The objectives include bypassing heavily built-up areas, reducing traffic congestion, and enhancing road safety within the city.
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Gadkari highlighted that the project’s goal is to ensure uninterrupted traffic flow, avoiding city-related obstacles.
Additionally, it aims to reduce the distance between Sairang and Phaibawk by 22 kilometers, resulting in a 1.5-hour reduction in travel time.
