39 national highway projects sanctioned in Andhra Pradesh
ROADS & HIGHWAYS

39 national highway projects sanctioned in Andhra Pradesh

In Andhra Pradesh, 39 national highway projects worth 31,000 crore have been approved or sanctioned for 2022-23, while 134 NH projects worth 58,318 crore covering a total length of 3,605 km have been completed or are under construction over the last three years.

This was stated by Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari in the Rajya Sabha in response to a question from AP Rajya Sabha member Parimal Nathwani. The Bengaluru-Vijayawada motorway, with a length of 160 km and a cost of 6,169 crore, was one of the largest NH projects being considered in AP during 2022-23, according to the Union minister, adding that the four-laning of Bengaluru-Vijayawada expressway covering a length of 1,115.3 km and costing 4,120 crore was the other major project in the sanction list.

The other projects include the four-laning of Kadapa to Chinna Orampadu section of NH-716, four-laning of Chinna Orampadu to Renigunta section of NH-716, six-laning of Naidupeta-Turpu Kanupura section of NH-71, besides construction of a flyover and underpass at Visakhapatnam airport junction to ensure smooth flow of container trailers to and from the MMLP set up at NH-16, the minister said.

Also Read
Loan approval of Rs 5 bn for road concretisation received by MBMC
10 T Carer Electric forklifts added by ABP Humber

In Andhra Pradesh, 39 national highway projects worth 31,000 crore have been approved or sanctioned for 2022-23, while 134 NH projects worth 58,318 crore covering a total length of 3,605 km have been completed or are under construction over the last three years. This was stated by Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari in the Rajya Sabha in response to a question from AP Rajya Sabha member Parimal Nathwani. The Bengaluru-Vijayawada motorway, with a length of 160 km and a cost of 6,169 crore, was one of the largest NH projects being considered in AP during 2022-23, according to the Union minister, adding that the four-laning of Bengaluru-Vijayawada expressway covering a length of 1,115.3 km and costing 4,120 crore was the other major project in the sanction list. The other projects include the four-laning of Kadapa to Chinna Orampadu section of NH-716, four-laning of Chinna Orampadu to Renigunta section of NH-716, six-laning of Naidupeta-Turpu Kanupura section of NH-71, besides construction of a flyover and underpass at Visakhapatnam airport junction to ensure smooth flow of container trailers to and from the MMLP set up at NH-16, the minister said. Also Read Loan approval of Rs 5 bn for road concretisation received by MBMC 10 T Carer Electric forklifts added by ABP Humber

Next Story
Resources

Ajmera Realty launches tree drive on Environment Day

Ajmera Realty & Infra India marked World Environment Day with a large-scale tree plantation initiative—Plant-with-Purpose—across its projects in Mumbai and Bangalore. The drive was inaugurated at Ajmera Manhattan and Ajmera Greenfinity in Wadala, with senior company officials and residents in attendance. The campaign encourages residents to embrace eco-conscious, self-reliant lifestyles by growing useful plants and trees within their communities. Horticulture expert Devendra Bhekar guided residents on creating and maintaining green spaces. Ajmera Realty planted over 500 trees..

Next Story
Resources

Twaron®-reinforced tyre powers Brunel’s solar race car

Teijin Aramid’s Twaron® with circular content will debut in Bridgestone’s race tyres for the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, supporting the Brunel Solar Team’s Nuna 13 car. This marks the first use of the recycled-content aramid in a high-performance race tyre. The Twaron®-reinforced belts help enhance durability, reduce rolling resistance, and maintain lightweight strength—critical for the 3,000-km solar race across Australia. Bridgestone combines this with ENLITENTM tech and other recycled inputs to maximise environmental and performance outcomes. Teijin Aramid, a..

Next Story
Building Material

Kamdhenu Paints launches new wood coating range

Kamdhenu Paints has launched a comprehensive premium wood coating range designed for both interior and exterior applications. The collection includes high-performance solutions like Kamwood 2K PU for a rich matt or high-gloss finish, Kamwood 1K PU for clarity and stain protection, and the Kamwood Melamyne system for a smooth, durable finish. Also featured are Kamwood Wood Stains, which enhance wood grains with vibrant colour, and NC Sanding Sealer for high-build grain filling. The range is supported by Kamwood Thinners for ease of application and optimal finish. Saurabh Agarwal, MD, ..

Advertisement

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?