The Bihar Road Construction Department has submitted a detailed infrastructure proposal worth ₹15,000 crore to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) for the development of national highways across the state.
An additional ₹3,000 crore worth of estimates is expected to be submitted within the next few days, underscoring Bihar’s aggressive roadmap for transport upgrades.The ambitious project proposal, now awaiting clearance from the Ministry’s Internal Finance Wing, spans several districts and aims to ease traffic congestion, improve intercity mobility, and reduce logistic bottlenecks. Once financial approval is granted, tenders for construction will be rolled out without delay, officials confirmed.
Leading the list of proposed works is the four-laning of the Naubatpur Bazaar road in Patna district, with an approved budget of ₹37.5 crore. This particular segment has already completed land acquisition, enabling rapid commencement once the tender is floated.Other critical components of the plan include bypass roads in Arwal, Daudnagar, and Amba in Aurangabad district—areas witnessing rising vehicular density and the need for smoother traffic diversion around busy market zones. The department has also forwarded an estimate for constructing a Road Over Bridge (ROB) in Dumraon, a move expected to decongest rail crossings and improve overall safety.
Notably, the proposal also covers a four-lane highway from Katoria to Panjwara, which holds strategic value for regional trade corridors and could enhance the flow of agricultural and industrial goods from the southern belt of the state.According to state officials, land acquisition—often a time-consuming hurdle in infrastructure execution—has been completed across all proposed stretches. This positions the projects to move rapidly into the construction phase once funds are allocated, aligning with the broader vision of seamless, well-connected transport infrastructure.
The push for national highway expansion comes at a time when states are increasingly leveraging centrally funded programmes to unlock economic potential through improved logistics and road access. Bihar’s initiative is being seen as a bid to accelerate mobility-driven development, especially in districts that have remained underserved in terms of modern highway infrastructure.However, infrastructure analysts caution that while the capital infusion is welcome, the environmental footprint of such large-scale projects must be managed with greater scrutiny. With India advancing its commitments toward climate resilience, state governments are expected to integrate eco-friendly materials, sustainable road design, and green certification practices into all future developments.
Currently, the Bihar proposal does not specify climate mitigation measures or energy-efficient features, raising concerns about long-term sustainability. Urban planners have also stressed the importance of multi-modal integration—ensuring that highways are not just built for vehicles but also accommodate pedestrians, cyclists, and last-mile connectivity solutions such as electric buses or non-motorised transport networks.Despite these concerns, the scale and speed of Bihar’s road expansion plan have drawn attention. If implemented efficiently, it could serve as a template for other Indian states aiming to align development with decentralised connectivity and inclusive mobility goals.
With all land parcels secured and paperwork nearing completion, the projects await only financial clearance from MoRTH’s internal wing. Once the green light is given, Bihar may witness one of its most significant road development drives in recent memory—offering both economic stimulus and a chance to reimagine sustainable mobility in one of India’s most populous states.
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