Guwahati, April 13 -- Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that the central government will invest Rs 10 lakh crore over the next two years to significantly upgrade the country's highway network.

A key priority of the plan is to transform road infrastructure in the Northeastern region, aiming to build highways comparable to those in the United States.

In an interview with a news agency, Gadkari stated the government's commitment to drastically improving infrastructure nationwide, with a strong focus on the Northeast and border areas.

"We're preparing to execute projects worth Rs 10 lakh crore, and within two years, roads in the Northeast will match US standards," he said.

Recognizing the region's challeng...