India signs loan agreement with World Bank for transport sector in Meghalaya

Current Context: India has entered into an agreement with World Bank to modernise transport sector in Meghalaya.

• They have signed an agreement of USD 120 million.
• With the help of this fund, improvement in 300km strategic road segment will take place with the help of climate-resilient and nature-based solutions.
• Due to this improvement in the transport sector, Meghalaya will emerge as a leading hub of trade with Nepal, Bhutan and Bangladesh.
• This project will uplift sectors like small scale industries, agriculture areas, tourism, health and education centres in Meghalaya.
• Also, access to a health facility will improve because of efficient road connectivity.
• Around 500,00 people of the state will get the benefit of this improved roads connectivity.
• This fund will help to boost the ‘Restart Meghalaya Mission’.
• Static Part: 
• CM of Meghalays: Conrad Kongkal Sangma
• Governor of Meghalaya: Satya Pal Malik

Question: 

Q.1 The agreement of USD 120 million was signed between India and World Bank to improve roads in which of the following state?
a. Assam
b. Maharashtra
c. Punjab
d. Meghalaya