Rs 2 lakh crore highway projects to be approved by Dec: Gadkari

13 Sep 2024 CW Team

The government is set to approve highway projects worth ?2 lakh crore by December, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, announced recently. These projects are part of the government's ongoing efforts to strengthen infrastructure across the nation. Gadkari emphasized that the approval process for these major projects would be expedited to meet the December deadline.

Addressing a public event, Gadkari highlighted the significant investments being made to enhance road networks and improve connectivity. The ministry is committed to upgrading highways that will facilitate smoother transportation and boost economic growth. The projects will be funded through a mix of government allocations, private investments, and public-private partnerships (PPP).

The government's push for infrastructural development has gained momentum in recent years, with the road sector seeing unprecedented growth. Gadkari further mentioned that once these projects are cleared, it will pave the way for faster execution of work on the ground.

The government’s focus remains on constructing world-class highways that reduce travel time, promote trade, and ensure road safety, all while maintaining sustainability as a core principle. The cleared projects are expected to contribute significantly to the goal of transforming India’s road infrastructure.

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