<h1>India and ADB Sign $175M Loan Agreement to Boost Madhya Pradesh's Road Connectivity and Climate Resilience.</h1> The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a $175 million loan agreement to enhance road connectivity and resilience in Madhya Pradesh. The project aims to upgrade approximately 500 kilometers of state highways and major district roads to standard two-lane features, incorporating climate-resilient designs and road safety innovations. The initiative will connect rural areas to growth centers and industrial corridors, promoting balanced economic development across 14 districts. Additionally, the project includes capacity building for the Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation on climate adaptation, gender equality strategies, and the use of green technology in road construction.