Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Himachal Secures Rs 239.45 Cr for Road Upgrades
The Himachal Pradesh government has received Rs 239.45 crore from the central government to upgrade two important roads.
One road, costing Rs 203.52 crore, will help apple-growing areas like Theog and Kotkhai.
The other road, costing Rs 35.93 crore, will complete a major road corridor.
These upgrades will make it easier and safer to transport apples and other farm products, helping farmers and the local economy.
The state government will start construction soon to finish the projects on time.
Himachal Pradesh secured Rs 239.45 crore for two road upgrade projects.
The Chhaila-Neripul-Yashwant Nagar-Kumarhatti Road project costs Rs 203.52 crore.
The Tikkar-Jarol-Khamadi Road project costs Rs 35.93 crore.
The projects aim to improve connectivity and boost the rural economy, especially for apple-growing regions.
The state government will expedite construction to complete the projects within the stipulated timeframe.
- Who
- Himachal Pradesh government and the Public Works Department
- What
- Secured administrative approval for two road upgrade projects
- When
- July 29
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh
- Why
- To improve road connectivity, facilitate transportation of horticultural produce, and boost the rural economy
State Government Perspective
Union Government Perspective
Project Importance
State Government Perspective
The projects are crucial for improving connectivity and boosting the rural economy, especially for apple-growing regions.
Union Government Perspective
The projects are part of the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) 2026-27, aiming to enhance national road infrastructure.
- Total Funds Sanctioned
- Rs 239.45 crore
- Chhaila-Neripul-Yashwant Nagar-Kumarhatti Road Project Cost
- Rs 203.52 crore
- Tikkar-Jarol-Khamadi Road Project Cost
- Rs 35.93 crore
- Minister of Road Transport and Highways
- Nitin Gadkari
- Public Works and Urban Development Minister
- Vikramaditya Singh
- Key Regions Benefited
- Theog, Kotkhai, Jubbal, Rohru, Chopal, Rampur Assembly Constituency
