India, May 15 -- Union minister for road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari on Thursday reviewed the Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj Palkhi route and related highway projects, stating that the remaining work is expected to be completed within the next four to six months. He said nearly 65% of the Dive Ghat-Hadapsar stretch has been completed, while separate lanes for warkaris (pilgrims), flyovers, underpasses and modern bridges are under construction.

Highlighting the environmental initiatives undertaken along the route, Gadkari said around 40,000 trees have been planted and e-tagged, while 400 to 450 trees have been successfully transplanted. He said that 46 ponds and several water conservation projects have also been developed along the cor...