(a) whether Myanmar has been linked with the National Highway 39 at Moreh in Manipur;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) if not, the reasons therefor and the status of the progress made in this regard;
(d) whether the Government proposes to initiate bilateral discussions with Myanmar to enhace
road connectivity;
(e) if so, the details thereof; and
(f) the mutual benefits which are likely to accrue as a result thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (SMT. PRENEET KAUR)
(a) to (c) Yes.Moreh (Manipur) is connected to Myanmar via Tamu-Kaletwa-Klaemyo(TKK) road which
has been constructed and upgraded with Indian Government assistance by BRO in 2001.
(d) to (f) India and Myanmar are also in discussions to undertake other road projects including
road from Zawkhather (Mizoram)/Rhi into Myanmar.These roads besides providing a valuable cross
border link between India and Myanmar, enhance cross border trade, tourism and economic
development of the areas on both sides of the border.