The final bridge segment connecting Male with Villingili was set in place
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Why in news
India completed the final bridge segment of the $500 million Greater Male Connectivity Project (GMCP) in the Maldives, strengthening bilateral infrastructure ties.
Background
The Greater Male Connectivity Project (GMCP) is a $500 million India-funded initiative. It features a 6.74-km-long bridge and causeway connecting Male to Villingili, Gulhifalhu, and Thilafushi.
Facts for Prelims
- FactGMCP project cost is $500 million.
- PlaceMale and Villingili are key locations in the Maldives.
- S&TThe project includes a 6.74-km-long bridge and causeway.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of India's infrastructure-led development assistance in the Indian Ocean Region as a tool for soft power and strategic connectivity.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic maritime security
- Economic integration
- Soft power projection
Keywords: Connectivity · Infrastructure development · Strategic partnership · Soft power
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