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Guwahati: A new 166.8-kilometre high-speed corridor will link Guwahati, Shillong, and Silchar. The government is pouring ₹22,864 crore into this greenfield project. It is a massive play for regional connectivity. The four-lane, access-controlled highway will slash travel times across the Northeast.
Officials expect the road to stitch together Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram, and Manipur. It creates a vital path for goods and passengers. Trade logistics will get a jolt from faster shipping and lower costs. Stakeholders believe the project changes everything. They say it is "more than just a road project" for the region.
Local businesses stand to gain from the work. Tourism will see a bump as remote spots become easier to reach. This project serves as a long-term bet on economic growth. It aims to pull these states into a tighter, more functional grid.
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