Modi Govt Approves Nashik-Solapur-Akkalkot Expressway: Maharashtra's Infra Boost

• Central Government approved the 374 km Nashik-Solapur-Akkalkot six-lane Greenfield, Access-Controlled Expressway.
• Project estimated at ₹19,142 crore, to be completed in two years on a toll-based BOT model, with no direct state financial burden.
• Benefits Nashik, Ahilyanagar, Dharashiv, Solapur districts; connects to Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, Samruddhi Mahamarg.
• Reduces travel time by 17 hours and distance by 201 km, significantly cutting fuel and transportation costs.
• Enhances traffic safety with 100 kmph safe speed (120 kmph design speed), reducing accidents and congestion.

Why It Matters: New Nashik-Solapur-Akkalkot Expressway will transform Maharashtra's transport, boost economy.