Centre approves Rs 12,000 cr for 51 road projects in Manipur
Imphal: The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), Government of India, has committed to improving road infrastructure and regional connectivity to catalyze economic growth and enhance accessibility across the Northeast region, including Manipur, with an expenditure of Rs 12,000 crore for 51 project packages.
Ajay Tamta, Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways, announced this during a press briefing in Imphal on Wednesday night.
He said MoRTH is undertaking extensive works to strengthen road connectivity across Manipur, covering 11 National Highways with a total length of 1,774 km.
These projects are being implemented through the NHIDCL and the State PWD, Manipur.
The minister informed that 747 km of the total highway length has already been upgraded and blacktopped, with several single-lane stretches converted to two-lane standards.
The remaining 332 km will be completed by the financial year 2026–27. In total, 51 project packages are underway, involving an expenditure of Rs 12,000 crore over the past five years.
Tamta noted that land acquisition and forest clearance issues had caused delays in 35 project packages, but said the NHIDCL has renewed its focus to ensure timely completion.
He further mentioned that the DPR for the Imphal–Moirang four-laning project is in its final stage of alignment finalization with the State Government.
These initiatives, the minister emphasized, reflect the government’s steadfast commitment to improving road infrastructure and regional connectivity, thereby catalyzing economic growth and enhancing accessibility across Manipur and the Northeast.
During his visit, Ajay Tamta inspected the Community Health Centre (CHC) at Parbung and later chaired a review meeting at the Pherzawl District Headquarters.
The meeting focused on the implementation status of key development schemes such as PMGSY, PM-FME, and other local projects.
Detailed discussions were also held on future action plans and priority areas for the district’s holistic development.