PMGSY has sanctioned 1,594 road works in the state
The Ministry of Rural Development has approved 96 road works covering a length of 163.872 km in Tripura under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)-IV, Batch-I for FY 2026-27, at an estimated cost of Rs.211.71 crore.
The approved projects will provide all-weather road connectivity to 96 habitations in the State for the first time. The enhanced connectivity will facilitate improved access to essential services such as schools, healthcare facilities and rural markets, thereby contributing significantly to the socio-economic development of people residing in these areas, the Ministry of Rural Development said on 24 June.
The provision of all-weather road connectivity is expected to improve the quality of life in rural areas and further strengthen rural infrastructure in the State. The projects will also contribute towards the Government’s vision of a Viksit Bharat.
In addition to these approvals, the Ministry has, till date, sanctioned a total of 1,594 road works covering 6,284 km and 66 bridges in Tripura under PMGSY, involving an overall investment of Rs.4,479 crore.
The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana continues to play a pivotal role in bridging the rural connectivity gap and fostering inclusive and sustainable development across rural India. Fiinews.com
