Canal Road Set for Development under Public-Private Partnership

27 May 2025 CW Team

Field-level surveys are currently in progress to assess the existing road conditions, and consultants are expected to be appointed soon for the preparation of a comprehensive Detailed Project Report (DPR). Administrative approval has already been granted, and the government has instructed that the DPR be submitted within four months. The road is also being designated as a State Highway.

The route had previously been highlighted for its strategic importance as a key corridor linking Rajamahendravaram and Kakinada Port. It is expected to ease vehicular movement from the Krishna, West Godavari, and Eluru districts towards Kakinada. The planned development aims to reduce traffic congestion on the existing ADB road and benefit approximately 60 villages located along the Canal Road. In addition to supporting freight movement, the project is also anticipated to promote tourism in the region.

Religious and tourist destinations in Dwarapudi, Anaparthi, Mandapeta, Bikkavolu, and Samalkot are likely to witness increased footfall due to the improved connectivity. The road is also set to enhance access to industrial zones in Peddapuram and Samarlakota. Preliminary proposals for the project have been submitted to both the state and central governments. The adoption of the PPP model is expected to reduce travel-related difficulties for the general public. The 62-kilometre-long road will connect National Highway-16 at Samarlakota with NH-216, offering an alternative route to Kakinada Port.

The proposed road passes through several constituencies, including Rajamahendravaram Urban, Rajamahendravaram Rural, Anaparthi, Mandapeta, Ramachandrapuram, Peddapuram, Kakinada Rural, and Kakinada Urban. A similar proposal had been made in 2016 with a budget allocation of ₹230 crore, but it failed to materialise due to various reasons. However, land acquisition for the project had already been completed, which is now expected to lower costs and accelerate implementation.

Between 2019 and 2024, nearly 40 kilometres of the Canal Road had deteriorated significantly due to potholes, and no repair work was carried out during that time, making travel extremely challenging. With the formation of the current coalition government, repair activities have been initiated, significantly improving travel conditions along the route.

News source: The Hans India

The state government’s recent decision to develop the Canal Road from Rajamahendravaram to Kakinada Port via Dwarapudi and Anaparthi under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode has received a positive response from local residents.Field-level surveys are currently in progress to assess the existing road conditions, and consultants are expected to be appointed soon for the preparation of a comprehensive Detailed Project Report (DPR). Administrative approval has already been granted, and the government has instructed that the DPR be submitted within four months. The road is also being designated as a State Highway.The route had previously been highlighted for its strategic importance as a key corridor linking Rajamahendravaram and Kakinada Port. It is expected to ease vehicular movement from the Krishna, West Godavari, and Eluru districts towards Kakinada. The planned development aims to reduce traffic congestion on the existing ADB road and benefit approximately 60 villages located along the Canal Road. In addition to supporting freight movement, the project is also anticipated to promote tourism in the region.Religious and tourist destinations in Dwarapudi, Anaparthi, Mandapeta, Bikkavolu, and Samalkot are likely to witness increased footfall due to the improved connectivity. The road is also set to enhance access to industrial zones in Peddapuram and Samarlakota. Preliminary proposals for the project have been submitted to both the state and central governments. The adoption of the PPP model is expected to reduce travel-related difficulties for the general public. The 62-kilometre-long road will connect National Highway-16 at Samarlakota with NH-216, offering an alternative route to Kakinada Port.The proposed road passes through several constituencies, including Rajamahendravaram Urban, Rajamahendravaram Rural, Anaparthi, Mandapeta, Ramachandrapuram, Peddapuram, Kakinada Rural, and Kakinada Urban. A similar proposal had been made in 2016 with a budget allocation of ₹230 crore, but it failed to materialise due to various reasons. However, land acquisition for the project had already been completed, which is now expected to lower costs and accelerate implementation.Between 2019 and 2024, nearly 40 kilometres of the Canal Road had deteriorated significantly due to potholes, and no repair work was carried out during that time, making travel extremely challenging. With the formation of the current coalition government, repair activities have been initiated, significantly improving travel conditions along the route.News source: The Hans India

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