India, June 4 -- The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the upgradation of the Khagaria–Purnea section of NH-31 and NH-231 in Bihar to four-lane standards at a cost of Rs 3,936.05 crore under the BOT (Toll) model.
The 143.53-km project aims to address traffic congestion, sharp curves, and geometric deficiencies across the districts of Khagaria, Bhagalpur, Katihar, and Purnia. As part of the development, a 6.73-km greenfield bypass will be constructed around Purnea city to improve traffic flow and reduce urban congestion.
The upgraded corridor is expected to significantly improve road safety, enhance fuel efficiency, and lower vehicle operating costs while reducing travel time...