<h1>India Secures $250M World Bank Loan to Upgrade 766 km of Rajasthan Roads, Focus on Safety and Technology.</h1> India has secured a $250 million loan from the World Bank to enhance 766 kilometers of roads in Rajasthan under the State Highways Development Project Phase-II. This initiative aims to improve highway management and traffic flow, involving construction, upgrades, and maintenance. The project will introduce an online management system and a smartphone app for contract management and data reporting. It emphasizes road safety, climate resilience, and gender-sensitive designs. The project will also empower citizens to report accidents via an app and support the Rajasthan State Highways Authority's operationalization. The loan has a 25-year term with a 5-year grace period.