<h1>India and ADB Sign $500M Loan for Longest River Bridge Over Ganges, Boosting Bihar Connectivity.</h1> The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a $500 million loan agreement to construct a 9.8 km road bridge over the Ganges River, enhancing connectivity between North and South Bihar and linking Patna to nearby areas. This bridge will be the longest river bridge in India and will serve as an alternative route to the existing Ganga Bridge. The project includes viaducts, embankments, and toll facilities, and integrates with national highways. It aims to benefit over 9 million people, particularly improving access for inhabitants of Raghopur Diara island. Completion is expected by December 2020.