Span Bridges in Rajasthan

Question: In which of the following states recently the Central Rural Development Ministry has sanctioned for construction of 26 long span bridges?
(a) Assam
(b) Rajasthan
(c) Himachal Pradesh
(d) Madhya Pradesh
Answer: (b)
Related Facts:

  • On January 2nd, 2018, Central Rural Development Ministry has sanctioned for construction of 26 long span bridges in Rajasthan.
  • This approval has been given on the recommendations of the Empowered Committee meeting in November, on the proposals sent by the State Government under the PMGSY First scheme (2017-18).
  • Under this clearance, the amount of 161 crore 65 lakh rupees will be spent on the construction of bridges.
  • The combined length of these bridges is 2 thousand 950 meters.
  • The amount of 44 crores 56 lakhs will be spent on the construction of these bridges by the Ministry of Rural Development.
  • Most of the 12 bridges will be constructed in the Baran district under approved bridge construction works.
  • Apart from this, seven in Udaipur district, three in Karauli district, two in Sirohi district and one each for Sri Ganganagar and Bundi will be constructed.

Reference:
https://www.patrika.com/jaipur-news/modi-govt-sanction-to-construct-26-long-span-bridge-in-rajasthan-2179258/
https://udaipurtimes.com/govt-allocates-fund-towards-bridge-construction-in-udaipur/