India, Nov. 25 -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $400 million results-based lending (RBL) program to help the state of Maharashtra develop climate-resilient, low-carbon, safe, and inclusive road networks, with a particular focus on enhancing connectivity for rural communities.The Maharashtra Roads Connectivity for Inclusive Growth Program will improve all-weather road connectivity in 34 districts, particularly in the climate-vulnerable and economically lagging Marathwada and Vidarbha regions, linking rural communities to markets, logistics hubs, health care, education, and other essential services. Over 1.7 million people living within walking distance of improved roads will benefit, including residents of at least 80 villa...