Mamata unveils Rs 8,487-cr 'Pathashree', 'Rastashree' road project for 20,000 km

• Mamata Banerjee to launch an Rs 8,487-crore road project in West Bengal.
• The project aims to construct over 20,000 km of new roads under 'Pathashree' and 'Rastashree' schemes.
• It includes 15,011 km of rural roads (Rs 6,987 cr) and 5,019 km of urban roads (Rs 1,500 cr under KMDA).
• The project is entirely funded by the state exchequer, with construction expected to start in January.

Why It Matters: Massive road project improves West Bengal's connectivity and infrastructure.