Rs 1,300-crore upgrade of NH-37 in Manipur faces monsoon challenges
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Why in news
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is executing a Rs 1,300-crore upgrade of NH-37 in Manipur to create an all-weather corridor amidst monsoon-related logistical hurdles.
Background
The project involves widening and upgrading 203 km of National Highway-37 in Manipur. It serves as the primary supply route for the state following blockades on NH-2. The project completion target is set for December 2026.
Facts for Prelims
- FactProject cost for NH-37 upgrade in Manipur is Rs 1,300 crore.
- FactThe project covers a total length of 203 km.
- PlaceNH-37 is the primary supply route for Manipur following blockades on NH-2.
- FactProject completion deadline is December 2026.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of all-weather infrastructure in ensuring internal security and economic stability in Northeast India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Logistical bottleneck: Monsoon-induced landslides and road damage hindering the movement of essential supplies to Manipur.
- Land acquisition friction: Delays caused by disputes over land rights and ethnic violence-related traffic surges.
- Strategic connectivity: Transitioning NH-37 into an all-weather corridor to mitigate the impact of blockades on NH-2.
Keywords: all-weather corridor · logistical resilience · internal security · infrastructure development · monsoon vulnerability
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