Ram-Janaki Marg to be 4-Lane Faith Corridor; Construction Starts 2026

• Ram-Janaki Marg to be upgraded to a four-lane corridor, with construction slated to begin in 2026.
• The project spans approximately 240 km, connecting Ayodhya to Sitamarhi, passing through districts like Siwan, Saran, East Champaran, Shivhar, and Sitamarhi.
• Aims to enhance religious tourism and connectivity between Lord Ram's city Ayodhya and Mother Sita's birthplace Sitamarhi.
• Tenders for sections like Mehrouna to Siwan (1254 crore) and Siwan to Mashrakh (1351 crore) have been completed.
• Alignment approved for Mashrakh to Chakia (est. 1450 crore) and Chakia to Sitamarhi–Bhitha Mod (est. 2100 crore).

Why It Matters: Ram-Janaki Marg's 4-lane upgrade will boost faith tourism and connectivity between Ayodhya and Sitamarhi.