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NHAI to Use Desilted River Material for Road Projects in Bihar, Says Transport Minister Gadkari
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What Happened?
The NHAI will utilize sand and materials from Bihar's rivers for highway construction, as announced by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari after signing an MoU with the Bihar government. This initiative aims to mitigate flooding in the state.
Key points
- The NHAI will use materials excavated from rivers in Bihar for highway projects.
- Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced this initiative after signing an MoU with the Bihar government.
- The project aims to help mitigate flooding in Bihar.
- Bihar's Chief Minister noted that flooding is exacerbated by water from other regions, including Nepal.
- Desilting rivers could create space for one lakh homes along the Ganga.
Key insights
- The use of river materials may lead to improved infrastructure in Bihar.
- This project could set a precedent for similar initiatives in other states.
- Desilting efforts may enhance local ecosystems and biodiversity.
Why it matters
This initiative could help reduce flooding in Bihar, benefiting local communities.
Entities
NHAI· OrganizationBihar· StateNitin Gadkari· PersonGanga· River
Source
Times of India
