Uttar Pradesh Launches Major Highway Construction Under North-South Corridor Project
North-South Corridor project: Work set to begin on two major highway stretches in Uttar Pradesh
Hindustan Times
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Uttar Pradesh, India, is set to begin construction on two significant highway stretches as part of the North-South Corridor project, aimed at enhancing connectivity between districts along the Indo-Nepal border and southern Uttar Pradesh. The first corridor spans 220 km, while the second stretches 295 km.
- 01The North-South Corridor project is the first of its kind in Uttar Pradesh.
- 02Construction will start on the 220-km Kushinagar-Zamania route and the 295-km Pipri-Prayagraj stretch.
- 03Funding has been sanctioned by the government for these projects.
- 04The Kushinagar-Zamania stretch includes 163 km of existing national highway/expressway.
- 05The project aims to improve connectivity from the Indo-Nepal border to southern Uttar Pradesh.
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Uttar Pradesh is preparing to commence construction on two major highway stretches under the North-South Corridor project, which aims to improve connectivity between districts along the Indo-Nepal border and southern Uttar Pradesh. The first stretch is the 220-km Kushinagar-Zamania route, which includes 163 km of existing national highway and has received funding for its development. The second stretch, 295 km long, connects Pipri at the India-Nepal border to Prayagraj. Both projects are expected to enhance transportation and economic activities in the region. Work will begin with land acquisition, followed by road construction. The state government initiated planning for this corridor in May 2025 to facilitate better access across the state.
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The construction of these highways is expected to enhance transportation efficiency and economic opportunities for residents in the regions connected by these routes.
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