Bengaluru: The recent Union Budget announcement to upgrade the Bengaluru-Hyderabad highway to a 12-lane expressway is expected to significantly enhance the regional economy, according to BJP MP and former Karnataka Cabinet minister K. Sudhakar.

Addressing the media, Sudhakar emphasized the positive impact of this expansion on his constituency, Chikkaballapura. He expressed gratitude to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari for promptly agreeing to undertake the project following their recent meeting.

"The expansion of the Bengaluru-Hyderabad Highway to a 12-lane expressway will boost the economy in the region and will specifically benefit my constituency, Chikkaballapura," Sudhakar stated. "When I recently met Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and requested to take up this project, he immediately agreed and promised to take it up soon. I thank Gadkari ji for the announcement of this project in the Budget."

Sudhakar praised the Union Budget, highlighting its alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a prosperous India. He pointed out that the budget aims to uplift farmers, ensure a dignified life for the poor, recognize the middle class's hard work, and promote Indian enterprise.

"The Budget has laid out a clear roadmap to build on the momentum gained in the last 10 years. This is truly a Budget of hope and empowerment. PM Modi has always put national interests before political interests," Sudhakar remarked.

The proposed expansion of the Bengaluru-Hyderabad highway is anticipated to improve connectivity, reduce travel time, and facilitate economic growth in the region, aligning with the government's broader infrastructure development goals.