Published: 16 January 2026Environment
PM Modi Lays Foundation for 34.5-km Kaziranga Elevated Corridor Worth ₹6,950 Crore
PM Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the 34.5-km Kaziranga Elevated Corridor along NH-715 on January 18, 2026, during his Assam visit. The project, costing approximately ₹6,950 crore, will ensure uninterrupted wildlife movement and reduce animal deaths from highway traffic, especially during the annual Brahmaputra flood-driven migration.
The corridor will restore ecological connectivity between Kaziranga's floodplains and the Karbi Anglong hills. Complementary works include widening 30.22 km of existing roads and constructing 2-km flyovers near Bokakhat and Jakhalabandha. This is one of India's most ambitious wildlife-friendly infrastructure projects and serves as a model for mitigating human-wildlife conflict on national highways.
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Frequently asked questions
Who laid the foundation stone for the Kaziranga Elevated Corridor?
**PM Narendra Modi** laid the foundation stone for the **34.5-km Kaziranga Elevated Corridor** along NH-715 on January 18, 2026.
What is the cost of the Kaziranga Elevated Corridor?
The Kaziranga Elevated Corridor project costs approximately **₹6,950 crore** and spans 34.5 km along NH-715 in Assam.
What is the purpose of the Kaziranga Elevated Corridor?
The corridor will **ensure uninterrupted wildlife movement and reduce animal deaths** from highway traffic, especially during annual floods when animals migrate to higher ground.
Why is wildlife connectivity important at Kaziranga?
Kaziranga National Park is home to the **one-horned rhinoceros**. The corridor restores ecological connectivity between Kaziranga and the Karbi Anglong hills, which is crucial during annual flood migration.
In which state is Kaziranga National Park located?
Kaziranga National Park is located in **Assam**. PM Modi laid the foundation of the elevated corridor during his Assam visit on January 18, 2026.
