Govt Approves 42 New Roads in Tripura to Boost Rural Connectivity and Economic Growth

This project, with an estimated investment of Rs. 114.32 crore, is aimed at improving infrastructure in the State of Tripura.

To strengthen rural connectivity and accelerate economic growth in the North-Eastern region, the Ministry of Rural Development has sanctioned 42 roads totaling 118.756 km under the Connectivity component of the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN). This project, with an estimated investment of Rs. 114.32 crore, is aimed at improving infrastructure in the State of Tripura.

This landmark initiative will:

Provide all-weather road connectivity to 47 PVTG (Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups) habitations in the State.

Improve the socio-economic conditions of the PVTGs living in Tripura.

Enhance connectivity in rural areas, bridging the gap between remote villages and urban centers.

Foster economic development, trade, and commerce in the region.

Improve access to essential services like healthcare, education, and markets.

Create employment opportunities and stimulate local economies.

Align with the government's vision of a prosperous Northeast and a developed India (Viksit Bharat).

The projects under the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan are expected to have a transformative impact on the region, contributing significantly to the growth and prosperity of the Tribal Groups in the North-Eastern region. This initiative cements the government's commitment to inclusive development, ensuring that the benefits of progress reach the most vulnerable communities.