Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his Bihar visit, laid the foundation stone of several developmental projects worth Rs 48,500 crore. One such project is the four-lane Patna-Arrah-Sasaram section of National Highway-119A in Bihar.
The length of this route will be 120 km. This router will boost connectivity in the region. This route will link Patna to Arrah and Sasaram in Bihar. The section will enhance regional connectivity while diverting heavy traffic away from the urban centres.
Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi laid the foundation stone for 4-laning of 120 km long Patna – Arrah – Sasaram section (Pkg 1 & 2) of NH-119A in #Bihar. The section will enhance regional connectivity while diverting heavy traffic away from the urban centres. #BuildingANation pic.twitter.com/zXJyQCdbns
— NHAI (@NHAI_Official) May 30, 2025
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Benefits From This Route
It links the capital of Bihar to National Highway 2 (Golden Quadrilateral) through Arrah, enhancing the regional connectivity.
It provides a quicker route for both passenger and freight traffic across the area.
It will cut travel time and ease traffic on the state highways.
It features a four-lane bridge over the Sone River to ensure smooth district-to-district travel.
This will also boost tourism sector of the state.
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