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AP: Modi inaugurates world's longest twin-lane tunnel ITANAGAR, Arunachal Pradesh: Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, inaugurated the strategically significant Sela Tunnel, world’s bi-lane tunnel at an altitude above 13,000 feet in Arunachal Pradesh which will ensure better movement of troops along the frontier region. Built at the cost of Rs 825 crore, it is constructed on the road connecting Tezpur in Assam to Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh. The foundation stone for the tunnel,was laid by Modi in 2019 in Arunachal’s West Kameng district. Following the tunnel's inauguration, PM Modi, in a speech, said, "You must have heard of 'Modi Ki Guarantee'. You will understand its significance once you visit Arunachal. The entire Northeast bears witness to this. I laid the foundation of the Sela Tunnel here in 2019, and today it has been inaugurated."

AP: Modi inaugurates world’s longest twin-lane tunnel

ITANAGAR, Arunachal Pradesh: Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, inaugurated the strategically significant Sela Tunnel,…

Arunachal Pradesh: Cabinet approves creation of two new districts ITANAGAR, Arunachal Pradesh: The Arunachal Pradesh cabinet has approved a bill through a voice vote, leading to the creation of two new districts in the western and southern regions of the state. Pema Khandu, Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, presented the 'Arunachal Pradesh Re-Organisation of Districts Amendment Bill, 2024,' paving the way for the creation of Keyi Panor and Bichom districts. With the addition of these two districts, the total count of districts has now increased to 28. Keyi Panyor district, with a population exceeding 30,000 and comprising 195 villages, will be carved out from the Lower Subansiri district. Its headquarters will be located at Yachuli in the Ter Gapin-Sam Sath area. Bichom district is slated to be formed by separating areas from East Kameng and West Kameng districts, with Napangphung designated as the district headquarters. Covering an area of 2,897 sq-kms and having a population of 9,710 (according to the 2011 census), Bichom district will include 20 villages from West Kameng and 11 from East Kameng district.

Arunachal Pradesh: Cabinet approves creation of two new districts

ITANAGAR, Arunachal Pradesh: The Arunachal Pradesh cabinet has approved a bill through a voice vote,…

AP: Gadkari approves Rs 1,640 cr for Frontier Highway ITANAGAR, Arunachal Pradesh: Nitin Gadkari, Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, has given the green light for a budget of Rs 2,248.94 crore for the development of the Lada-Sarli section of National Highway-913 (Frontier Highway) in Arunachal Pradesh. Gadkari emphasised the significance of this project, designed to establish a rapid communication network for security forces while also stimulating economic activities to encourage reverse migration towards vibrant border regions. Gadkari stated, "This project will create essential road infrastructure, connecting critical river basins and facilitating the development of numerous hydropower projects in the state." He further added, "This greenfield road project holds promise for tourism, catering to sparsely populated areas of Upper Arunachal, and anticipates increased traffic in the future." As per the official statement, Gadkari has also sanctioned Rs 1014.59 crore for the construction of the Kharsang-Miao-Vijaynagar - Gandhigram section of NH-913 (Frontier Highway) in the state. Gadkari highlighted the transformative nature of this 61.55 km road, developed on the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) mode, which promises improved connectivity to border areas, fostering socio-economic development.

AP: Gadkari allocates ₹2,248.94 cr for Frontier Highway

ITANAGAR, Arunachal Pradesh: Nitin Gadkari, Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, has…