Silchar: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced on Friday that the central government has approved Rs 1,186.20 crore for the four-laning of a 13 km stretch of NH-37. Extending of four lane project will happen from Budha Nagar, Silchar in Assam to Jiribam in Manipur.
According to Minister Gadkari, this four-lane corridor will significantly enhance connectivity between Meghalaya, Assam, and Manipur.
It will establish a direct link to Imphal via the Jiribam-Silchar-Ratacherra-Kalain-Jowai-Shillong route on NH-37, ensuring seamless access to Manipur’s capital, Jiribam.
NH-37 Four-Lane Project: Rs 1,186 Crore Approved for Silchar-Jiribam Route
The proposed greenfield alignment is expected to improve accessibility for settlements along the existing road, fostering economic growth and facilitating better connectivity to healthcare, education, and marketplaces.
Silchar Jiribam Four Lane project will also strengthen social ties and enhance travel efficiency across the northeastern states.
Additionally, the project is anticipated to generate new economic and employment opportunities for the local population.
By improving access to markets, production centers, and other hubs of economic activity. It will further contribute to the overall economic and social development of the region. Thus, it will ultimately bring prosperity to the Northeast region of India.