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Bharatmala Phase 1 deadline extended to FY28
ROADS & HIGHWAYS

Bharatmala Phase 1 deadline extended to FY28

In a significant development, the Indian government has decided to extend the deadline for the completion of Phase 1 of the Bharatmala project by six years, now set for the financial year 2027-28. Originally, the ambitious road development initiative was scheduled to conclude by the financial year 2021-22. This extension comes as a response to various challenges faced during the implementation, including land acquisition issues, delays in project approvals, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on construction activities.

The Bharatmala project, one of the largest infrastructure initiatives in the country, aims to enhance road connectivity and facilitate economic growth by constructing and upgrading highways across India. The extension provides the necessary flexibility to ensure the successful completion of the project without compromising on quality and adherence to regulations. Despite the revised timeline, the government remains committed to the vision of transforming the country's roadways, improving transportation efficiency, and fostering economic development. This extension underscores the government's pragmatic approach to address the complexities associated with large-scale infrastructure projects, ensuring their long-term success and positive impact on the nation's connectivity and economic vitality.

In a significant development, the Indian government has decided to extend the deadline for the completion of Phase 1 of the Bharatmala project by six years, now set for the financial year 2027-28. Originally, the ambitious road development initiative was scheduled to conclude by the financial year 2021-22. This extension comes as a response to various challenges faced during the implementation, including land acquisition issues, delays in project approvals, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on construction activities. The Bharatmala project, one of the largest infrastructure initiatives in the country, aims to enhance road connectivity and facilitate economic growth by constructing and upgrading highways across India. The extension provides the necessary flexibility to ensure the successful completion of the project without compromising on quality and adherence to regulations. Despite the revised timeline, the government remains committed to the vision of transforming the country's roadways, improving transportation efficiency, and fostering economic development. This extension underscores the government's pragmatic approach to address the complexities associated with large-scale infrastructure projects, ensuring their long-term success and positive impact on the nation's connectivity and economic vitality.

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