Ram Setu Rises: Rs 102 Crore Bridge Connects Balotra in Rajasthan

 Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari virtually inaugurated the two-lane Ram Setu overbridge in Balotra city, Rajasthan, at a cost of Rs. 102 crore. The dedication ceremony to the public took place in a program under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Sunday. CM Sharma and Deputy CM Diya Kumari participated in the event through video conference.

The ceremony was attended by Minister of State for Industry and Commerce Krishna Kumar Vishnoi, Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmer Welfare Kailash Choudhary, District Collector Sushil Kumar Yadav, SP Harishankar, public representatives, social activists, media, and residents of the district.

During his address, CM Sharma attributed the expanded road infrastructure in Rajasthan to the concerted efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari. He also lauded Union MoS for Agriculture Choudhary for his development initiatives in the area. Sharma emphasized that the newly inaugurated Ram Setu overbridge in Balotra city would facilitate convenient travel to Jasol, Nakoda, and Brahm Dham.

Furthermore, he underscored that PM Modi has bolstered the highway network in Rajasthan, including the construction of roads suitable for emergency airplane landings.

In his message, Gadkari expressed that the construction of roads generates new employment opportunities and contributes significantly to the development of agriculture and the economy. The inauguration marks a pivotal stride towards enhancing infrastructure and connectivity in the region.

News by Rahul Yelligetti