<h1>AIIB and India Secure $455M Loan to Boost Rural Connectivity in Andhra Pradesh with All-Weather Roads Project.</h1> The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the Government of India have agreed on a USD 455 million loan to enhance rural connectivity in Andhra Pradesh. The project aims to construct all-weather roads across 13 districts, benefiting approximately two million people by connecting 3,300 habitations. It includes building roads, bridges, and drainage systems, particularly in tribal areas, and upgrading existing roads. This initiative is expected to boost agricultural productivity, industrial development, and access to education and healthcare, thereby improving the quality of life in remote areas. This marks AIIB's third project in Andhra Pradesh, following investments in the power and water sectors.