The West Bengal government has made major development in road infrastructure development by repairing, widening, and reinforcing a total of 3,611 kilometres of roads. Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Pulak Roy informed the state assembly on Wednesday that the extensive project was completed at a budget of Rs 3,967 crore.
Extensive road renovations across West Bengal
In addition to this, other damaged road sections of 7,765 kilometers were also repaired at a cost of Rs 207 crore. Minister Roy shared the detailed information in response to a question from a member. He also underlined the government’s commitment to enhancing transportation across the state.
The PWD Minister has also highlighted the ongoing efforts of the West Bengal Highway Development Corporation Ltd to boost road connectivity between urban centres and remote areas.
Kalyani Expressway status
As part of this initiative, the four-lane of the Kalyani Expressway is progressing swiftly and is anticipated to be functional soon. Once the completion of this project, the upgraded expressway will play a crucial link in easing vehicular congestion on the National Highway (NH-12). This route is considered to be a primary link between Kalyani and Kolkata.
Roy also ensured the assembly that the vehicle movement on the state highway which is an alternative to the busy NH-12 is already going on and is assisting in handling the traffic effectively. This project is a segment of a larger plan to strengthen road infrastructure and promote smoother transportation in West Bengal.
These recent developments by the state government mark a remarkable step in infrastructure growth, indicating a balanced focus on rural accessibility and urban connectivity. The investments in the road projects showcase the government’s goal to aid economic growth, make travel conditions better, and ensure safer roads for citizens. As several projects are near completion in the state, the transportation network is all set to embrace the transformative changes in the future.
(With inputs from PTI)