LUCKNOW, June 6 -- To enhance infrastructure and connectivity, the Uttar Pradesh government plans to construct and develop 3,235 major and short bridges across the state. The initiative is part of a broader mission to establish U.P. as a state with seamless and robust connectivity, according to a statement issued by the state government on Thursday.

The public works department (PWD) has set an ambitious target and as per the plan, Rs.28,346 crore will be invested in the construction of the proposed bridges. While the Uttar Pradesh State Bridge Corporation will handle long-span bridges (over 60 metres), the PWD will oversee shorter bridges ranging from 6 to 60 metres, the statement said.

Black spots are being identified and repaired, and...