July 19, 2026 4:04 PM
Rs 3,936-crore Khagaria-Purnea highway upgrade to boost Bihar’s farm economy and regional connectivity
The approval of four-laning of the Khagaria–Purnea section of National Highways 31 and 231 in Bihar, a major infrastructure project, is expected to strengthen the state's agricultural economy, improve flood-resilient connectivity and enhance links across eastern India. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) recently approved the project, which will be developed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) at an estimated cost of ₹3,936.05 crore. The highway upgrade is e...