Patna-Purnia Expressway Notified as National Expressway-9

21 Aug 2025 CW Team

The Patna-Purnia Expressway has been officially notified as National Expressway-9 (NE-9), marking a major milestone in Bihar’s infrastructure development. This 250-kilometre corridor will connect the state capital, Patna, with Hansdah in Purnia district, providing the Seemanchal region with a direct, high-speed route to central Bihar.

Designed as a signal-free corridor, the expressway will include 21 major bridges, 140 minor bridges, and 322 underpasses. Once operational, travel time between Patna and Purnia is expected to reduce to about three hours, significantly boosting trade, mobility, and regional integration.

The expressway also carries a strong sustainability focus. By offering a direct, efficient route, it is expected to lower fuel consumption, reduce vehicular emissions, and contribute to a zero-carbon transport framework. Its design aims to minimise ecological disruption while supporting seamless connectivity.

Officials noted that the project will help address longstanding developmental challenges in Seemanchal by opening new markets for farmers, attracting investment, and improving access to healthcare, education, and employment opportunities.

The designation of the Patna-Purnia Expressway as NE-9 highlights the government’s emphasis on inclusive growth and sustainable infrastructure, positioning the project as a catalyst for socio-economic transformation in Bihar.

News source: Urban Acres

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