Current Affairs - National - Discussion

On August 2, 2024, the Government of India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the construction of eight new national high-speed road corridor projects. This initiative is part of a larger effort to modernize and expand India's road network. The approved projects will cover a total of 936 kilometres and involve a significant investment of Rs 50,655 crore. Additionally, these projects are expected to generate around 4.42 crore mandays of employment, providing a significant boost to the job market and local economies.