<h1>India and Asian Development Bank Partner on $200M Loan to Upgrade 176 km of Jharkhand Roads for Economic Growth.</h1> The Asian Development Bank and the Government of India have signed a $200 million loan agreement to upgrade 176 kilometers of state roads in Jharkhand. This project aims to enhance road safety and mobility, supporting the state's economic growth. It includes upgrading roads to a two-lane standard and developing a road safety master plan. The initiative will also improve the institutional capacity of the State Highways Authority of Jharkhand. The project, featuring eco-friendly designs like bus shelters and bicycle lanes, will create employment opportunities, with women receiving at least 20% of jobs in afforestation efforts. The total project cost is $306.25 million, with completion expected by December 2019.