Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has assured Biharis of a major upgrade in the state’s infrastructure, promising to develop national highways and bridges to world-class standards. Speaking at a public event, Gadkari said, "I promise to build Bihar's national highways as per world standards, and that day is not far off when I will make Bihar's roads on par with America's. This is my promise: I will build the best bridges. There are no obstacles; anything is achievable. I'm not doing you a favour – this is your money. You are the master, and we are the servants. We serve you honestly; that's why you elected us."
