IN A MAJOR boost to regional connectivity and urban infrastructure, the foundation stone for the long-awaited four-lane bridge over the Machna River was laid at Karbala Ghat on Sunday. The project aims to significantly ease traffic congestion on the vital Betul-Kheri route.

 

The formal commencement of the construction work was marked by the unveiling of the ceremonial plaque by BJP State President and local MLA, Hemant Khandelwal. The event saw the distinguished presence of Union Minister Durgadas Uikey.

 

Joining them were several prominent legislators and public representatives, including MLAs Mahendra Singh Chauhan, Chandrashekhar Deshmukh, Dr Yogesh Pandagre, and Gangabai Uikey, alongside District President Sudhakar Pawar.