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Lok Sabha Question No. 3006 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-13
Subject: Health Rating for Food Products
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Shri Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer

## GOVERNMENTOFINDIA MINISTRYOF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE DEPARTMENTOFHEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.3006 TO BE ANSWERED ON 13 TH DECEMBER, 2024

## HEALTH RATING FOR FOOD PRODUCTS

## 3006. SHRI GURMEET SINGH MEET HAYER:

Will the Minister of HEALTHANDFAMILYWELFARE be pleased to state:

(a) whether the Government is considering to introduce a sugar tax to address health issues associated with high sugar consumption in view of countries like the UK and Mexico having implemented the same resulting in reduced consumption of sugary products and promoting healthier dietary calories, if so, the details thereof;

(b) whether there is a proposal under consideration to implement such a tax or alternative measures to curb excessive sugar intake and promote public health and if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons for not adopting such measures;

- (c) whether the Government plans to make health rating labels mandatory for ready-to-eat food products, similar to initiatives in other countries and if so, the details thereof; and

(d) whether these labels are likely to help consumers make informed dietary choices and align with public health objectives and if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE (SHRI PRATAPRAO JADHAV)

(a) & (b): Department of Revenue has informed that Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates are prescribed on the recommendations of the GST Council. There is no such proposal of sugar tax before the GST Council.

(c) & (d): Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has notified Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020 prescribing requirements for labelling of packaged food. The Regulation requires display of nutrients and their contribution to Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) in percentage at the back of the pack as Nutritional Information to enable consumers to make informed choice. It is mandatory for Food Business Operators (FBOs) to label the food package in accordance with these Regulations.

Further, FSSAI in September, 2022 has notified the draft of Food Safety and Standards (Labelling & Display) Amendment Regulations which is available at https://fssai.gov.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/Draft\_Notification\_HFSS\_20\_09\_2022.pdf. These amendment regulations propose a definition of foods with high content of fat, sugar and salt (HFSS Food) and also front-of- pack labelling of packaged foods (except for certain foods for which exemptions have been provided) with an Indian Nutrition Rating (INR).

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3002 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-13
Subject: Safety of Indian Workers in Israel
Ministry: EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
Asked by: Shri Arun Govil

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO- 3002 ANSWERED ON- 13/12/2024 SAFETY OF INDIAN WORKERS IN ISRAEL

## †3002. SHRI ARUN GOVIL

Will the Minister of EXTERNAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state :-

(a) whether nearly one lakh construction workers were sent from India to Israel in the last few months, if so, the details thereof;

(b) whether the families of the said workers living in India are concerned about the well being of these workers as there has been an ongoing war

for more than a year now in Israel, if so, the details thereof;

- (c) the status of the safety of the said workers who have gone to Israel from India; and

(d)   the   manner   in   which   the   Government   is   ensuring   the   welfare   of workers who are working in war-affected areas?

## ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (SHRI KIRTI VARDHAN SINGH) (a) As of  October 2024, there were around 32,000 Indian workers in Israel, out of which approximately 12,000 Indians arrived in Israel after October 2023, both under the Government-to-Government (G2G) route and through private channels. (b to d) Government accords the highest priority to the safety, security and well being of Indian nationals abroad, including Indian workers. As per the Framework Agreement and Implementation Protocol signed with Israel, Indian workers shall enjoy equal treatment with respect to labour rights   as   Israeli   citizens   and   shall   be   provided   with   proper   lodging, medical insurance and relevant social security coverage. Our Embassy in Israel coordinates with Israeli authorities for safety, security and well-being of Indian nationals in Israel. Some workers had reached out with their grievances and it was taken up with the relevant authorities in Israel who have resolved the matter. *****
Lok Sabha Question No. 2999 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-13
Subject: Appointment of Notaries
Ministry: LAW AND JUSTICE
Asked by: Shri Captain Viriato Fernandes

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE DEPARTMENT OF LEGAL AFFAIRS

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2999 TO BE ANSWERED ON FRIDAY, THE 13 TH DECEMBER 2024

## APPOINTMENT OF NOTARIES

## 2999. SHRI CAPTAIN VIRIATO FERNANDES:

Will the Minister of Law and Justice be pleased to state:

- (a) the list of candidates selected in the year 2024 for Notaries from Goa;
- (b) whether a 'Certificate of Practice' is issued to selected candidates, if not, the reasons therefor;
- (c) the start date of the application process for Notary positions;
- (d) whether the candidates are informed about their selection, if so, the details thereof; and
- (e) whether applications for renewal of Notary are license pending with the Government, if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE; AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS

## (SHRI ARJUN RAM MEGHWAL)

- (a): The Central Government has decided to provisionally appoint 296 legal practitioners as Notaries in the State of Goa vide Notice dated 15th March, 2024.
- (b): As on 9.12.2024, 4453 digitally signed Certificates of Practice have been issued through the Notary Portal to the candidates of various States selected by the Central Government for appointment as Notaries in the year 2024. As regards the candidates selected for appointment as Notaries in the State of Goa, the report of verification of their particulars has not yet been received from the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa.
- (c): The candidates whose online applications were received between 25.08.2018 and 31.03.2023 were called for interview for selection and appointment as Notary.
- (d): A public notice dated 15th March 2024 was published on the website of the Department of Legal Affairs regarding selection of candidates for provisional appointment as Notaries in Goa.
- (e): Renewal of Certificate of Practice as a Notary is a continuous process and applications for renewal received in the Department of Legal Affairs are attended to and disposed of in a routine manner.
Lok Sabha Question No. 2995 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-13
Subject: Labelling of Processing Ingredients in Food Products
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Adv K. Francis George

## GOVERNMENTOFINDIA MINISTRYOF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE DEPARTMENTOFHEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.2995 TO BE ANSWERED ON 13 TH DECEMBER, 2024

## LABELLING OFPROCESSING INGREDIENTS IN FOOD PRODUCTS 2995. ADV K. FRANCIS GEORGE:

Will the Minister of HEALTHANDFAMILYWELFARE be pleased to state:

(a) the measures taken/proposed to be taken by the Government to ensure clear and easy-tounderstand labelling of processing ingredients, chemicals, dyes, and other substances in food products to make consumers aware of what they consume; and

(b) the steps being implemented to prevent brands from misleading consumers through false advertising and to ensure the quality of products used to produce edible goods?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE (SHRI PRATAPRAO JADHAV)

(a) and (b): Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has notified Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020 prescribing requirements for labelling of packaged food. The Regulation requires display of nutrients and their contribution to Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) in percentage at the back of the pack as Nutritional Information to enable consumers to make informed choice. These regulations mandate clear and detailed labelling and display requirements for food products such as Nutritional Information, List of Ingredients, FSSAI logo and license number, Net quantity, Weight, volume, or count of the product, Batch number/lot code, Manufacturing and expiry dates. Vegetarian/non-vegetarian logo etc on the label as an informed choice to the consumer.

Further, Section 24 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 prescribes the 'Restrictions of advertisement and prohibition as to unfair trade practices' and Section 53 prescribes the 'Penalty for misleading advertisement' ensuring the quality of food products.

Also, FSSAI has established the Food Safety and Standards (Advertising and Claims) Regulation, 2018, to address issues related to misleading claims, labelling and advertisements. These regulations are designed to ensure accurate and responsible advertising in the food industry. This regulation ensures that food-related advertisements and claims are accurate, non-deceptive, and align with food safety standards. It governs claims related to nutrition, health benefits, and labeling to prevent misleading information and safeguard consumer interests.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2993 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-13
Subject: Digital Healthcare Apps
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Dr. Kadiyam Kavya

## GOVERNMENTOFINDIA MINISTRY OFHEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE DEPARTMENT OFHEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION No-2993 TO BE ANSWERED ON 13.12.2024

## DIGITALHEALTH CARE APPS

## 2993 DR KADIYAM KAVYA:

Will the Minister of HEALTH and FAMILYWELFARE be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government has any data regarding the Digital Healthcare apps currently operational in the country;
- (b) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor;
- (c) whether the Government has analyzed the authenticity of such apps; and
- (d) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OFSTATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE (SHRI PRATAPRAO JADHAV)

(a) to (d) Government of India has launched Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) which aims to develop the backbone necessary to support the integrated digital health infrastructure of the country and create longitudinal electronic health record(EHR) for the citizen.

Union Health Ministry has notified electronic health record (EHR) Standards to promote data standards which can facilitate interoperability of healthcare information across various health IT systems.

National Health Authority (NHA) has issued several guidelines and notification to govern the conduct of digital health applications which are integrated with ABDM ecosystem. These include Health Data Management Policy, Data Privacy Policy and ABDM Health Records (PHR), Mobile App Privacy Policy, which set out the minimum standards for data privacy and protection.

NHA has also defined polices and procedures for authenticating digital healthcare applications which are part of ABDM ecosystem. Through a sandbox environment applications are validated and integrated within ABDM framework for facilitating wider use of digital health application across the country.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 259 (STARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Construction of NH from Madanpur to Paniyhava
Ministry: ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS
Asked by: Shri Sunil Kumar

be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the construction of National Highways (NHs) stretch of NH-727 (previously  known  as  NH-28B)  from  Madanpur  to  Paniyhava  has  been obstructed for years for want of environmental clearances, if so, the details thereof;
- (b) whether the Government proposes to complete the construction work of the said road;
- (c) if so, whether the construction of the said road is likely to be completed in the near future; and
- (d) if not, whether the Government proposes to build an elevated road or an alternative route on this route falling under forest land and if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

(SHRI NITIN JAIRAM GADKARI)

(a) to (d) A Statement is laid on Table of the House.

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

## LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 259 ANSWERED ON 12 TH  DECEMBER, 2024

## CONSTRUCTION OF NH FROM MADANPUR TO PANIYHAVA

*259.  SHRI SUNIL KUMAR :

## Will the Minister of ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

सड़क परिवहन औि िाजमार्ग मंत्री

## STATEMENT

STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PART (a) TO (d) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 259 TO BE ANSWERED ON 12.12.2024, ASKED BY SHRI SUNIL KUMAR REGARDING CONSTRUCTION OF NH FROM MADANPUR TO PANIYHAVA

(a)  to (d) The State Forest Department has not allowed construction work on NH727  from  Madanpur  to  Paniyhava  passing  through  Valmiki  Wildlife  Sanctuary  & Tiger  Reserve.    Government  has  engaged  consultancy  firm  for  preparation  of Detailed  Project  Report  (DPR)  for  new  2  lane  alignment  from  km  95.2  near  SSB camp (Ausani village) to near UP border on NH 727 in the boundary zone of Valmiki Wildlife Sanctuary & Tiger Reserve. Based on relative merits/demerits of different alignments proposed by DPR consultant and in consultation with State Government of  Bihar,  Government  has  approved  an  alignment  of  about  19  km  length  outside Valmiki Wildlife Sanctuary & Tiger Reserve. The approved alignment starts at km 83 of NH-727, traverses towards North- West outskirt of Bagaha-1, crosses existing NH727 at km 89 between Bagaha-1 and Bagaha-2, then approved alignment crosses river  Gandak,  pass  through  North  of  Nainaha,  Turkhi  villages  and  South  of Narakahawa village in Bihar thereafter crossing the Bihar/Uttar Pradesh border and terminating  at  km  122  of  NH-727  between  villages  Belwania  and  Doman  Patti  in Uttar Pradesh.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 257 (STARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Angamaly-Thiruvananthapuram Greenfield Highway
Ministry: ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS
Asked by: Adv Dean Kuriakose, Adv K. Francis George

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

## LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 257

## ANSWERED ON 12 TH  DECEMBER, 2024

## ANGAMALY-THIRUVANANTHAPURAM GREENFIELD HIGHWAY

*257. ADV K. FRANCIS GEORGE: ADV DEAN KURIAKOSE:

Will the Minister of ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

सड़क परिवहन औि िाजमार्ग मंत्री

## be pleased to state:

- (a) the  current  status  of  the  proposed  greenfield  highways  between Angamaly to Thiruvananthapuram and between Kochi to Dhanushkodi;
- (b) whether the Government has decided to postpone the implementation of the AngamalyThiruvananthapuram Greenfield Highway project proposed in the State of Kerala under the 'Vision 2037' initiative  and  if  so,  the  details  thereof  including  the  reasons  for  such  a decision;
- (c) the details of the proposed alignment of the Angamaly -Thiruvananthapuram Greenfield Highway; and
- (d) whether the Government will reconsider the implementation of the project without delay and if so, the timeline for the same?

## ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS (SHRI NITIN JAIRAM GADKARI)

- (a) to (d)        A statement is laid on the Table of the House.

STATEMENT  REFERRED  TO  IN  REPLY  TO  PARTS  (a)  TO  (d)  OF  LOK SABHA  STARRED  QUESTION  NO.  257  ANSWERED  ON  12 TH   DECEMBER, 2024 ASKED BY ADV K. FRANCIS GEORGE AND ADV DEAN KURIAKOSE REGARDING 'ANGAMALY-THIRUVANANTHAPURAM GREENFIELD HIGHWAY'. (a) to (d) Up-gradation/development of National Highways(NHs)/ Expressways is taken based on the fulfillment of the criteria, requirement of connectivity, inter-se priority, availability of funds and synergy with PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan. At  present,  there  is  no  proposal  for  development  of  the  greenfield alignments  between  Angamaly  to  Thiruvananthapuram  and  between

Kochi - Munnar - Dhanushkodi.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 255 (STARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Metro Train Projects in Tamil Nadu
Ministry: HOUSING AND URBAN AFFAIRS
Asked by: Shri K Gopinath

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF HOUSING AND URBAN AFFAIRS

## LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 255

TO BE ANSWERED ON DECEMBER 12, 2024

## METRO TRAIN PROJECTS IN TAMIL NADU

NO. 255.                  SHRI K GOPINATH:

Will  the  Minister  of  HOUSING  AND  URBAN  AFFAIRS  be  pleased  to state:

- (a) whether  the  Union  Government  has  any  plans  to  start  Metro  Rail project  in  various  districts  of  Tamil  Nadu  and  if  so,  the  details thereof;
- (b) the steps taken/being taken by the Government to expedite the said projects;
- (c) whether  it  is  true  that  the  Union  Government  has  sanctioned  Rs. 63,000 crore for the execution of Phase-II of the Chennai Metro Rail project and no funds have been released so far for the said project till now; and
- (d) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor?

## ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF HOUSING AND URBAN AFFAIRS

(SHRI MANOHAR LAL)

- (a) to (d): The Statement is laid on the Table of the House.

STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (d) OF THE LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 255* FOR ANSWER ON 12 th  DECEMBER 2024 REGARDING METRO TRAIN PROJECTS IN TAMIL NADU ASKED BY SHRI K GOPINATH

(a)& (b) Urban transport, which is an integral part of urban development, is a State subject. Hence, respective State Governments/Union Territory administration  (UT)  are  responsible  for  initiating  and  developing  urban transport  infrastructure  including  metro  rail  projects.  Based  on  the proposals of GoTN, Metro Projects having route length of 173 km worth Rs 85,395 Cr has been sanctioned by Government of India for Chennai under Phase-I/Extension and Phase- II.  Out of above, presently, 54 km of Metro Network covered under phase-I and phase-I extension is already operational. GoTN has submitted Detailed Project Report for Coimbatore and Madurai metro rail projects in February 2024, however, Comprehensive  Mobility  Plan  (CMP)  and  Alternative  Analysis  Report (AAR) which is pre- requisite for appraisal process has been submitted only  on  05.12.2024.  Metro  project  being  cost  intensive,  the  approval thereof requires extensive examination and appraisal at different level in Central  Government.  The  approval  of  such  project  is  dependent  upon feasibility of proposal and availability of resources.

(c) & (d) Chennai Metro Phase II project has been sanctioned by Central Government  at  the  cost  of  Rs.  63,246  crores. Central  Funds  for  Metro projects  are  released  based  on  the  requirement  posed  by  concerned Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) implementing the project and fulfilment of requisite  conditions  contained  in  sanction  order.   Chennai  Metro  Rail Limited,  which  is  SPV  implementing  the  project,  has  not  raised  any demand for central finance assistance for the project.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 241 (STARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Port Connectivity Highway Corridor
Ministry: ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS
Asked by: Shri Shafi Parambil

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO-241 ANSWERED ON - 12 th  December, 2024

Port Connectivity Highway Corridor

241. Shri Shafi Parambil:

Will the Minister of ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

सड़क परिवहन एवं िाजमार्ग मंत्री

be pleased to state:

- (a)    the  current  status  of  the  port  connectivity  highway  corridor  (NH 966-B)  that  links  Nettoor  on  the  Vyttila-Aroor  NH  bypass  with  CIFT Junction in Willingdon lsland; and
- (b)   the expected date of completion of the project?

ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

(SHRI NITIN JAIRAM GADKARI)

(a) to (b) A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.

## STATEMENT

STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a)  TO  (b)  OF  LOK SABHA  STARRED  QUESTION  NO.  241  FOR  ANSWER  ON  12.12.2024 ASKED  BY  SHRI  SHAFI  PARAMBIL  PORT  CONNECTIVITY  HIGHWAY CORRIDOR. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

(a) to (b) The Detailed Project Report (DPR) involving alignment study, feasibility  study,  pre-construction  activities  (including  assessment  of Land  Acquisition)  for  Port  Connectivity  Highway  Corridor  (NH-966B) linking Nettoor on the Vyttila-Aroor NH bypass with CIFT Junction in Willingdon Island was awarded and alignment is yet to be approved. Based on the outcome of DPR, techno - economic viability and inter-sepriority,  further  needful  action  shall  be  taken  accordingly.  It  is  too early  to  estimate  the  award  of  work  and  completion  thereof  as  the DPR is in preliminary stage.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2988 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Status of Highway Projects
Ministry: ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS
Asked by: Dr. Pradeep Kumar Panigrahy

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2988 ANSWERED ON 12 th  DECEMBER 2024

## STATUS OF HIGHWAYS PROJECTS

2988. DR. PRADEEP KUMAR PANIGRAHY:

Will the Minister of ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS सड़क परिवहन औि िाजमार्ग मंत्री

be pleased to state:

- (a) the current status of all highways projects in the country;
- (b)  the  number  of  accidents  took  place  on  National  Highways  as compared to the State Highways and during the last one year;
- (c)  the  details  of  all  pending  road  projects  of  Odisha  including  six lanning of highway in Ganjam district and Gopalpur Chilika coastal highway project; and
- (d) the timeline to complete the pending projects in Odisha?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS (SHRI NITIN JAIRAM GADKARI)

- (a) Presently 1,304 projects having total length of about 31,500 km of  Ministry  of  Road  Transport  &  Highways  (MoRT&H)  are  under construction  (appointed/commenced)  in  the  entire  country  without attaining  any  of  the  various  stages  of  project  completion  and excluding projects under consideration for termination / foreclosure.
- (b) As per latest available information total number  of road accidents  occurred  on  NHs  (including  National  Expressways)  for calendar  year  2022  is  1,51,997,  whereas  the  same  for  State Highways is 1,06,682.

(c)  and  (d)  Presently  58  MoRT&H  projects  having  total  length  of about  1,260  km  are  under  construction  (appointed/commenced)  in the State of Odisha without attaining any of the various stages of project  completion  and  excluding  projects  under  consideration  for termination  /  foreclosure.  All  these  projects  are  targeted  to  be completed by FY: 2026-27. However, there is no ongoing 6-laning NH project in Ganjam district including Gopalpur Chilika coastal highway project.

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