Andhra Pradesh sees major boost in road infrastructure under CRIF: Nitin Gadkari
Responding in the Lok Sabha to a question from Eluru MP Putta Mahesh Kumar, the Union Minister revealed that over the past three years, including the current financial year, Andhra Pradesh had seen 20 State road projects completed, spanning 691 km at a cost of ₹535 crore.
'The momentum is far from over. Fifty-five more projects, covering 534 km, are currently underway in Andhra Pradesh with a sanctioned cost of ₹1,256 crore. These works promise to further strengthen connectivity across districts and ease travel for both commuters and freight movement,' he said.
Looking ahead, the Centre approved 57 new projects under CRIF in the State. These would cover 718 km and involved a financial commitment of ₹1,928 crore, a move expected to create thousands of jobs and accelerate economic activity along key corridors.
Mr. Gadkari emphasised that the CRIF operates under the provisions of the CRIF Act, 2000, ensuring that all States and Union Territories received their share of funds for the development and maintenance of vital road infrastructure.
'With sustained investment and coordinated planning, Andhra Pradesh is well on its way to achieving a world-class road network,' he noted.
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