In a major push to improve road connectivity and ease traffic congestion, the Yogi government is set to invest Rs 6,124 crore. This investment will be used in the construction of ring roads, bypasses, and flyovers across the state.
With the goal of transforming Uttar Pradesh into “Uttam Pradesh,” the state government is advancing infrastructure on a large scale. This includes, expanding expressways, highways, and national and state road networks. All this will be done while simultaneously addressing the long-standing issue of traffic jams in urban and semi-urban areas.
A comprehensive blueprint
Following Chief Minister Yogi’s directives, the Public Works Department (PWD) has prepared a comprehensive blueprint. This print outlines road connectivity expansion for the financial year 2025–26. Under this plan, a total of 62 projects have been identified for implementation.
These include the construction of new bypasses, ring roads, and flyovers, strategically planned to alleviate traffic pressure. It will also improve the overall transportation network across the state.
PWD’s roadmap
According to the PWD’s roadmap, priority will be given to regions with high population density and heavy vehicular movement. This initiative not only aims to boost connectivity but will also significantly improve traffic management. It will also offer smoother and safer travel for the public.
It is worth noting that various types of industrial parks are being developed at different nodes across the state. In this context, factors like freight movement and road connectivity play a crucial role. Improving road connectivity will not only enhance transportation but also support Uttar Pradesh in achieving its goal of becoming a $1 trillion economy.
Cities that will benefit from the project
According to the Public Works Department’s blueprint for FY 2025–26, priority will be given to municipalities and councils with populations exceeding one lakh. Cities such as Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Varanasi, Ghaziabad, Bareilly, and Gorakhpur are anticipated to be among the primary beneficiaries due to their high vehicular traffic and significant urban development needs.
Additionally, areas like Raebareli, Prayagraj, and Mathura are likely to receive attention, especially considering ongoing projects like the Raebareli Ring Road and Prayagraj Bypass Expressway, which are part of broader infrastructure enhancements in the state.
Priority to municipalities & councils
According to the Public Works Department, in the financial year 2025–26, 62 bypasses and ring roads will be constructed, with priority given to municipalities and councils having a population of over one lakh. As per the plan, work will be carried out based on proposals submitted by such local bodies, considering population size and priority.
However, municipalities and councils where national highways already pass through will not be included in this plan. In those areas, the construction of bypasses and ring roads will be carried out by the National Highways Authority of India.
