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N706 (Bangladesh)

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N706
Jessore–Benapole highway
Route information
Part of AH1
Length38 km (24 mi)
Major junctions
From N702 / N707 in Daratana, Jessore
Major intersections
  • N7 in Chanchra
  • N765 in Navaron
To NH 112 at Benapole Border Crossing
Location
CountryBangladesh
Highway system
N705 N707

The N706 or Jessore–Benapole highway or historically known as Jessore Road is a National Highway in Bangladesh. It connects Doratana, Jessore (Jessore zero point) to Benapole Border Crossing at the international border with India where it meets with NH 112.[1]

History

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In British govt built this road to increase connectivity to Jashore with Kolkata. In 1971 this road plays major role to War of Independence Bangladesh.

References

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  1. ^ Milon, Mohsin (24 July 2017). "Jessore–Benapole Road Expansion: Century-old trees to stay". The Daily Star. Retrieved 20 December 2022.