June 6, 2023: Road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari said today the government was turning the Sinnar-Shirdi section of the National Highway-160 into a four-lane highway. This includes the construction of the Sinnar Bypass in Maharashtra.
In a series of tweets, the minister said this transformative project held immense social significance as it would serve as a dedicated route for the devotees of Sai Baba, making their pilgrimage to Shirdi on foot.
“Additionally, it is poised to act as an economic catalyst, propelling rapid development in the surrounding areas,” he added.
“One of the primary objectives of this initiative is to substantially reduce travel time between Shirdi and Nashik/Trimbakeshwar, two major religious towns in Maharashtra, Gadkari said, adding that the project incorporates various noteworthy techniques to minimise carbon footprint and alleviate traffic congestion.
These practices include the utilisation of plastic waste in the construction of service roads, the application of cement treated base and cement treated sub-base as well as the use of reclaimed asphalt pavement for the road surface.
“Under the dynamic leadership of prime minister Narendra Modi, our unwavering commitment lies in creating a more efficient and eco-friendly mobility network while fostering the holistic development of the region,” he added.
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