Union Minister of Road Transport Nitin Gadkari met with Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh Vishnu Deo Sai to talk about infrastructure projects that will improve connectivity and spur economic growth. New national highways with direct connections to Ayodhya were among the proposed improvements to the accessibility.
of tribal communities. Under the Central Road Fund, CM Sai proposed two new highways: Kawardha-Rajnandgaon-Bhanupratappur-Antagarh-Narayanpur-Gidam-Dantewada-Sukma and Raigarh-Dharamjaygarh-Mainpat Ambikapur-UP border. He also requested clearance for 13 projects totaling Rs. 1,383 crore. There was also talk about plans to designate an 11-kilometer bypass as a national highway and to upgrade the current highways. Gadkari pledged his complete support for their endeavours.
Chhattisgarh CM Proposes Major Highway Projects to Nitin Gadkari
Raipur, Chhattisgarh – In a significant move to boost connectivity and infrastructure development in Chhattisgarh, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has proposed a series of major highway projects to Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari. The proposed projects aim to enhance interstate connectivity, improve logistics efficiency, and support industrial growth in the state.
Proposed Highway Projects
The Chief Minister has urged the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) to approve and expedite several key road and highway projects, including:
- Expansion of National Highways – Widening of critical NH corridors to six-lane and four-lane roads for better traffic management.
- Greenfield Expressways – Construction of access-controlled expressways to improve connectivity between Raipur, Bilaspur, Durg, and other key districts.
- Industrial Corridor Road Network – Special road projects to support mining, agriculture, and manufacturing hubs, reducing transportation bottlenecks.
- Border Connectivity Roads – Strengthening highway links with neighboring states like Maharashtra, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Madhya Pradesh to facilitate trade.
- Upgradation of Rural Roads – Connecting remote villages with better road infrastructure under the PM Gram Sadak Yojana.
The Chief Minister stated, “Improving highway connectivity in Chhattisgarh is critical for economic growth, industrial expansion, and rural development. We look forward to the Central Government’s support in fast-tracking these projects.”
Strategic Importance of the Proposed Projects
The highway proposals come at a crucial time when Chhattisgarh is focusing on:
- Boosting industrial and mining sector growth, with better road networks for coal, steel, and power industries.
- Strengthening trade and commerce by reducing logistics costs and improving freight movement.
- Enhancing tourism and urban mobility, particularly in major cities like Raipur, Bilaspur, and Jagdalpur.
- Promoting rural development by ensuring better access to healthcare, education, and markets for farmers.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has assured that the ministry will review the proposals and extend necessary assistance to accelerate highway development in the state.
Funding and Execution Strategy
The proposed projects are expected to be funded through:
- National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP) and Bharatmala Pariyojana for large-scale highway expansion.
- Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model for expressway development.
- State government contributions for rural road improvements.
- Special infrastructure grants from the Central Government.
Officials from MoRTH and the Chhattisgarh government will work together on feasibility studies, land acquisition, and tendering processes to ensure smooth project execution.
Economic and Employment Impact
The implementation of these projects is expected to:
- Create thousands of jobs in construction, maintenance, and logistics.
- Attract investments in real estate, warehousing, and industr
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