Centre sanctions over 10,000 km road projects for J&K, five states under PMGSY-IV

New Delhi, Jan 22: A remarkable milestone has been achieved under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana–IV. More than 10,000 km of road projects have been sanctioned to the States & UT of Jammu & Kashmir, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and Sikkim, reinforcing the commitment of the Department of Rural Development for Viksit Bharat
Spanning from remote hills to the heart of rural communities, these roads do not merely represent infrastructure enhancement; they are vital pathways to progress, unlocking a wealth of opportunities and fostering inclusive growth. With the construction of these roads, approximately 3,270 previously isolated habitations will gain access to connectivity and critical services. By bridging the gap to healthcare, education, and improved livelihoods, it is anticipated that these roads will profoundly transform rural lives and solidify the foundation of a developed India.
Under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana – IV, 25,000 unconnected habitations of population size 500+ in plains, 250+ in NE & Hill Sates/UTs, special category areas (Tribal Schedule V, Aspirational Districts/Blocks, Desert areas) and 100+ in LWE affected districts, as per Census 2011 are to be provided conncetivity.
The scheme aims to provide 62,500 Km of all-weather roads to unconnected habitations. Construction of required bridges along the alignment of the all-weather roads will also be provided.
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on 11th September, 2024 approved the proposal of the Department of Rural Development for “Implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana – IV (PMGSY-IV) during FY 2024-25 to 2028-29”.. Total outlay of this scheme is Rs. 70,125 crore (Central Share of Rs. 49,087.50 crore and Sate Share of Rs. 21,037.50 crore). (PIB)