PWD to widen stretches of Agumbe Ghat to the extent possible, says Satish Jarkiholi
Public Works Minister Satish Jarkiholi announced plans to widen narrow stretches of the Agumbe Ghat road to improve safety and traffic flow. The government is prioritizing road improvements over a costly tunnel project, while coordinating with the Forest Department due to the area's wildlife sanctuary status.
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Balancing infrastructure development with environmental conservation in ecologically sensitive zones remains a critical challenge for regional transport policy.
Public Works Minister Satish Jarkiholi on Wednesday, said the National Highways Division of PWD will widen certain narrow stretches of Agumbe Ghat that connects Udupi district with Shivamogga and Chikkamagaluru districts on Malpe-Tirthahalli National Highway 169A, to the extent possible.
The article objectively reports on government infrastructure plans and the challenges involved without taking a stance on the policy.
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