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Key Projects of MoRTH in Arunachal
Pradesh
2 laning of Nechipu-Hoj section
The project forms an important part of NH 13, the Trans-
Arunachal Highway (TAH), which is the lifeline of the State,
spanning a total of 1,600 km and connecting 16 Districts. The
existing length of 311 km of the Nechipu-Hoj section has been
reduced to 252 km through realignments and geometric
improvements as per NH standards.
At a Glance
252.209 km
total
length
Rs. 1,979 Cr
total cost
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Major Bridges
51
Bridges
1,476
Culverts
Benefits
Will reduce travel time between Nechipu and
Hoj to 7-8 hours from the current 2-3 days
Will ensure all weather connectivity to this region
Will ease the travel distance
Will boost socio-economic development of
the region
Will result in greater savings in fuel (Petrol,
Diesel) amounting to 10 lakhs/day
Will facilitate multiple hydro power project
coming up in Arunachal Pradesh
Will serve the strategic needs of the nation
in the border areas of Arunachal Pradesh.
Will provide better livelihood and access
tohigher quality of education to the people
of through improved connectivity
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