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UP Digital Highway News: The construction of the four-lane highway connecting Barabanki and Bahraich will now begin in the next financial year. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has extended the tender submission deadline for the first phase of the project to March 31. Initially, the deadline was set for March 6, but due to a low number of participating companies, it has been extended.
This financial year, NHAI approved the 101 km long four-lane highway project to improve travel between Barabanki and Bahraich. The first phase involves constructing a 51 km stretch from Barabanki to Jarwal. The second phase will include the construction of a bridge over the Ghaghra River, while the third phase will focus on building a 49 km highway from Jarwal to Bahraich.
The total cost of the project is estimated at Rs 2,500 crore, with the central government already releasing Rs 975 crore for the first phase. ALSO READ: FASTag In Mumbai: MSRDC Mandates FASTag For All Mumbai Commuters From April 1; Check Affected Toll Plazas UP's First Digital Highway Optical fiber cables will be laid along this highway, making it the first digital highway in the state. This will ensure 24-hour network connectivity, enhancing communication and services for travelers.
Additionally, NPR (National Permit Register) cameras will be installed along the highway to ensure the safety of drivers. Adequate lighting arrangements will also be made along the highway for nighttime visibility. Once completed, the highway will significantly ease travel for residents of Barabanki, Bahraich, Gonda, and Balrampur.
Additionally, travelers heading to Nepal will benefit from the improved connectivity. With the extension of the tender deadline, construction is now set to begin in the next financial year..
