Centre releases Rs 3.43 billion for widening Charmadi Ghat road
The Charmadi Ghat section of National Highway-73, which connects Mangaluru to Tumakur via Mudigere, will be upgraded been 75th kilometre and kilometre 86.20, transforming the road in the Charmadi Ghat area into a two-lane route. The tender process for the highway project has also been completed, said the MP. Upgrading the Charmadi Ghat highway will provide more convenience for travellers in the coastal region. Along with smoother cargo transport, this will boost trade and commerce in the area. Consequently, the coastal region, recognised as Karnataka's commercial gateway, will progress further. MP Capt Chowta also thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Minister for Highways Nitin Gadkari, and department officials for allocating Rs 3.43 billion for the widening of Charmadi Ghat road. There was a long pending demand of the region to widen the Charmadi Ghat stretch.
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