Dehradun, April 1 -- Garhwal Post Bureau
Dehradun, 31 Mar: As a result of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami's persistent efforts and advocacy, the proposed four-lane Rishikesh Bypass has received approval from the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. The Ministry has issued technical, administrative, and financial approvals for this significant project, amounting to Rs 1,105.79 crore.
This much-awaited project will be developed from the Tinpani Flyover (km 529.750) to the Kharasote Bridge (km 542.420) on National Highway 7. The approximately 12.67 kilometre-long bypass will pass through Bhattowala and Dhalwala villages and will be implemented under the EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) mode.
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