Cabinet approves 2,280 km of roads in border areas of Rajasthan and Punjab at ₹4,406 crore
On 9 October 2024, in India, the Union Cabinet approved construction of 2,280 km of roads in border areas of Rajasthan and Punjab at an investment of ₹4,406 crore.
Summary
On 9 October 2024, in India, the Union Cabinet chaired by PM Narendra Modi approved construction of 2,280 km of roads in border areas of Rajasthan and Punjab at an investment of ₹4,406 crore. The Government said the decision will improve road and telecom connectivity and facilities of water supply, health and education, enhance rural livelihoods and connect these areas with the rest of the highway network.
Key facts
- Date
- 9 Oct 2024
- Length
- 2,280 km
- Investment
- ₹4,406 crore
- States
- Rajasthan and Punjab (border areas)
Practice MCQs 3 questions
The Union Cabinet on 9 October 2024 approved roads in border areas of which two states?
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Correct answer: D — Rajasthan and Punjab
PIB (9 Oct 2024): the Cabinet approved construction of 2,280 km roads in border areas of Rajasthan and Punjab.
What is the investment for the 2,280 km of border-area roads approved by the Cabinet on 9 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — ₹4,406 crore
PIB (9 Oct 2024): the roads will be built at an investment of Rs 4,406 crore.
Consider the following statements about the Cabinet decision of 9 October 2024 on border roads: 1. It covers construction of 2,280 km of roads. 2. It covers border areas of Gujarat as well. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. PIB (9 Oct 2024): 2,280 km roads in border areas of Rajasthan and Punjab; Gujarat is not included.