Archive · 16 Jan 2026
Centre Approves Mangaluru Bypass and NH-66 Projects
The central government has approved plans for two big road projects in Mangaluru, Karnataka.
These projects include a bypass road around Mangaluru and service roads along National Highway 66 from Talapady to Kundapur.
The roads will help reduce traffic jams, make travel safer, and support the local port and businesses.
A local leader, Capt.
Brijesh Chowta, has been working hard to get these projects approved.
The plans will look at how to design the roads, make them safer, and handle future traffic.
Additionally, Mangaluru might host a meeting by the Ministry of External Affairs to promote technology, trade, and tourism.
This is good news for people living in the area because it will make their daily commutes easier and safer and bring more opportunities to the region.
Centre approves DPR for Mangaluru Bypass and NH-66 service roads in Dakshina Kannada.
Projects aim to decongest key arterial roads and enhance commuter safety.
Surathkal–BC Road stretch has long suffered from bottlenecks due to inadequate width and lack of service roads.
Dakshina Kannada MP Capt. Brijesh Chowta played a crucial role in securing the approval.
DPR process will examine highway alignment, grade-separated junctions, road safety features, and long-term traffic planning.
- Who
- Centre, Dakshina Kannada MP Capt. Brijesh Chowta
- What
- Approval of DPR for Mangaluru Bypass and NH-66 service roads, likely MEA event on tech, trade, and tourism
- When
- During the 2024 Monsoon Session of Parliament and DISHA committee meeting, likely MEA event in 2026
- Where
- Dakshina Kannada, Coastal Karnataka
- Why
- To decongest key arterial roads, enhance commuter safety, support port-led development, and promote local economic growth
Government and Local Leaders
Local Residents and Businesses
Project Benefits
Government and Local Leaders
The projects will decongest key arterial roads, enhance commuter safety, and support port-led development.
Local Residents and Businesses
Local residents and businesses hope the projects will reduce traffic congestion and improve daily commutes.
- Location
- Dakshina Kannada, Coastal Karnataka
- Projects
- Mangaluru Bypass, NH-66 service roads
- Route
- Talapady to Kundapur
- Key Stretch
- Surathkal–BC Road
- Initiated By
- Dakshina Kannada MP Capt. Brijesh Chowta
- DPR Aspects
- Highway alignment, grade-separated junctions, road safety, traffic planning
- MEA Event
- Likely to promote technology, trade, and tourism in Mangaluru
- Back to Ooru Initiative
- Aims to attract investments and mentorship from coastal Karnataka diaspora
