Union Minister Nitin Gadkari sanctions ₹868 crore for 34 road and bridge projects spanning 422 km in Telangana to boost connectivity and regional growth.

Hyderabad: Telangana is set to witness a major boost in infrastructure development as the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has approved 34 road and bridge projects worth ₹868 crore. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari confirmed the sanction under the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF), highlighting that the projects will extend across 422.36 kilometres.

In a statement shared on X, Gadkari said the new projects would not only strengthen the state’s transport network but also contribute to balanced regional growth. He reiterated the Centre’s commitment to improving road infrastructure as a catalyst for economic development. Following the announcement, Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy welcomed the move and expressed gratitude.

Analysis:
Improved connectivity can directly impact local economies, especially in rural and semi-urban areas where better roads often translate into faster access to markets, education, and healthcare. For Telangana, this investment comes at a time when infrastructure demands are rising, and the projects could help reduce traffic bottlenecks while creating job opportunities during construction. Observers believe this initiative will also aid long-term industrial growth in the state.