In an effort to enhance infrastructure and connectivity in Bihar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the Aunta–Simaria bridge on NH-31, including the 1.86 km long six-lane stretch over the river Ganga. The bridge has been inaugurated ahead of the Bihar Assembly Election scheduled later this year.
Considered as India's widest bridge, the project, constructed at a cost of over Rs 1,870 crore on National Highway 31, will provide direct connectivity between Mokama in Patna and Begusarai.
