Aizawl, Apr 3 : The Centre has sanctioned Rs. 120 crore to Mizoram for development of National Highways during 2008-2009. This was informed by the Union Minister for Shipping, Road Transport and Highways Mr T.R.Baalu to the Chief Minister of Mizoram Mr Zoramthanga, who called on him in New Delhi today. Both the leaders also discussed the road sector projects in the state.
The Mizoram Chief Minister requested Mr Baalu to declare a new national highway of about 180 kilometers in the State connecting Keitum on NH 54 and Zokhawthar Trade Center at Myanmar border. It will provide shorter trade route to southern parts of Mizoram. He also requested for construction of 117 kilometer road connecting Myanmar border and Nalkawn on NH 54 which lies entirely in the State.
Mr Baalu assured the Chief Minister that his Ministry will consider the proposals of the State Government depending upon the resources and priorities.
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