Thu Sep 25 13:54:34 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy announced on Thursday that Telangana has been sanctioned ₹30,425 crore for national highway projects covering 1,174 km, along with ₹868 crore for 422 km of roads under the Central Road Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) for this year. The announcement followed a meeting with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari in New Delhi. The projects are currently in the DPR stage. The central government is considering an elevated highway over the Tiger Reserve area to connect Hyderabad and Srisailam, and a four-lane road between Hyderabad and Kalwakurthy. Several specific highway projects were cleared, including expansions, bypasses, and a cable bridge.

**News Article:**

**Telangana to Receive ₹30,425 Crore Boost for Highway Development**

**Hyderabad, September 25, 2025** – Telangana is set to undergo a significant infrastructure overhaul, with the central government sanctioning ₹30,425 crore for national highway projects across the state. The ambitious initiative will cover 1,174 km of roadways, promising improved connectivity and reduced travel times for commuters.

The announcement was made today by Union Minister of Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy, following a meeting with Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in New Delhi. In addition to the highway projects, Telangana will receive ₹868 crore under the Central Road Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) to develop 422 km of additional roads this year.

“This substantial investment reflects the central government’s commitment to enhancing road infrastructure in Telangana and addressing the growing needs of the state,” stated Minister Reddy. He emphasized the importance of expediting forest clearances and land acquisition processes at the state level to ensure the projects can commence without delay.

The central government is also prioritizing road safety and infrastructure improvements based on requests from local representatives. Noteworthy projects under consideration include a four-lane elevated highway over the Tiger Reserve area connecting Hyderabad and Srisailam, aimed at minimizing disruption to wildlife. Furthermore, a four-lane road between Hyderabad and Kalwakurthy is also being considered.

A detailed project breakdown highlights the breadth of the development plan:

* **NH-353C:** ₹163.41 crore for 17 km road expansion from Sironcha (Maharashtra) to Mahadevpur.
* **NH-930P:** ₹690 crore for 42 km from Gaurelli to Valigonda.
* **NH-565:** ₹516 crore for a 14 km 4-lane bypass between Nakirekal and Nagarjuna Sagar.
* **NH-167K:** ₹1,082.56 crore for a 1.1 km iconic cable bridge over Krishna River at Somasila (AP-Telangana border) with associated approach road developments.
* **₹2,338 – ₹2,662 crore:** Four-lane expansions for several segments.
* **₹13,957 crore:** Greenfield regional expressway from Girmapur to Tangadapalli.

The projects are currently in the Detailed Project Report (DPR) stage, with timelines to be announced following DPR finalization. Once completed, these projects are expected to significantly boost economic activity and improve the overall quality of life for residents of Telangana.

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