<h1>ADB and India Sign $300M Loan Agreement to Upgrade 254 km of Highways in Bihar, Enhancing Connectivity by 2017.</h1> The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of India signed a $300 million loan agreement to upgrade 254 kilometers of deteriorated highways in Bihar. This additional financing for the Bihar State Highways-II Project aims to widen highways to two lanes, build bridges, and strengthen pavements, enhancing access for remote villages. The project, costing $375 million, includes a $1 million grant for a 20-year road master plan. It will also address flooding, offset carbon emissions by planting trees, and involve women in road safety training. The project is expected to be completed by October 2017, with Bihar contributing $75 million.