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Barabanki–Bahraich Corridor to Link Rupaidiha Land Port
The Union Cabinet approves construction of the four-lane, access-controlled Barabanki–Bahraich highway section. The project enhances connectivity and trade linkages with Nepal.
Barabanki–Bahraich Highway Project (NH-927 Section):
| Dimension | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Barabanki–Bahraich Highway Project under NH-927 section. |
| Nodal Ministry | Is governed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. |
| Length | Total length of 101.5 km. |
| Mode of Construction | Implementation under Hybrid Annuity Mode. |
| Connectivity | Provides for direct connection between Barabanki and Bahraich in Uttar Pradesh. |
| Trade Link | Provides for connectivity to Nepal via Rupaidiha Land Port and Nepalgunj. |
| Travel Time | Reduction from 150 minutes to 75 minutes. |
| Speed | Increase from 40 kmph to 80 kmph. |
| Strategic Role | Provides for facilitation of India–Nepal trade with India accounting for about 60% of Nepal’s trade volume. |
| Key Goods | Comprises rice, wheat, vegetables, dairy products, medicines, and consumer goods. |
| Economic Impact | Reduction in spoilage of perishable goods and improvement in farmer incomes. |
| Trade Corridor | Provides for strengthening of India–Nepal corridor including Rupaidiha–Nepalgunj as a major trade point. |