Tehran: A series of road, housing, and urban renewal projects worth more than 60 trillion rials are set to be inaugurated in northern Sistan and Baluchestan Province, southeastern Iran, during Government Week, the provincial director general of Roads and Urban Development says. According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Mehdi Parsi announced that the projects encompass major highway and main road schemes, National Housing Movement projects, and urban renewal plans. These initiatives aim to address infrastructure shortages, improve road safety, and fulfill the housing and developmental needs of residents. Parsi detailed that 89 kilometers of highways and main roads are prepared for inauguration, with their current value exceeding 62.55 trillion rials. He emphasized that the development of highways and main roads will not only reduce travel time and enhance traffic safety but also facilitate the transportation of goods and passengers. This, in turn, is expected to lower transportation costs and bolster both national and international connectivity in this border province. He further highlighted that the projects are anticipated to contribute significantly to the region's economic development and enhance living conditions for the local population.