📋 Tender Overview
The 100th meeting of the Network Planning Group (NPG), convened today to evaluate infrastructure projects of Road, Transport & Highways. The meeting focused on enhancing multimodal connectivity and logistics efficiency in alignment with the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (PMGS NMP).
The NPG evaluated 05 projects in which 02 Road/Highway projects of MoRTH, 02 Rail projects and 01 Metro Rail Project of MoHUA for their conformity to the PM GatiShakti principles of integrated multimodal infrastructure, last-mile connectivity to economic and social nodes and Whole of Government approach. These initiatives are expected to boost logistics efficiency, reduce travel times, and deliver significant socio-economic benefits to the catchment areas of the project. The evaluation and anticipated impacts of these projects are detailed below:
Ministry of Railways(MoR)
Quadrupling between Hosapete and Ballari (Karnataka): The Ministry of Railways has proposed the construction of a 65 km quadruple railway line between Hosapete and Ballari in Karnataka. This initiative targets one of the states most industrialized and mineral-rich corridors, aiming to decongest existing routes, enhance freight capacity, and support the rapid economic growth of the Hosapete-Ballari industrial belt. Strategic Importance. The Hosapete-Ballari region is a critical hub for mining, steel production, power generation, and cement manufacturing. The existing double line has been operating near saturation due to heavy movement of bulk commodities such as:Iron ore - feeding Steel plants in Toranagallu and Ballari, Coal - for Thermal power generation and industrial usage, Steel & Cement - from industrial clusters to domestic and export markets. Quadrupling will not only ease congestion but also create additional capacity to accommodate the anticipated surge in both freight and passenger traffic, making the corridor more reliable and efficient.
Doubling from Gondia to Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh &Maharashtra): The Ministry of Railways has proposed the doubling of the Gondia-Jabalpur railway line, covering a length of 230.5 kilometres across the states of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. This critical rail infrastructure project has been envisioned to augment line capacity, ease congestion on the existing single-line corridor, and improve both passenger and freight movement in one of Central Indias most strategically significant regions. Geographic Coverage. The alignment of the proposed project passes through five districts: Maharashtra: Gondia, Madhya Pradesh: Balaghat, Mandla, Seoni, and Jabalpur. This alignment connects key agricultural, mining, and industrial zones, strengthening the Gondia-Jabalpur section as an economic and logistic lifeline. A projected increase in both freight and passenger movement, with significant growth in coal, steel, cement, and other goods traffic along the Balharshah-Gondia-Jabalpur corridor. The existing single-line section often faces bottlenecks, resulting in slower operations, longer turnaround times, and delays in freight handling.The corridor serves as a vital link between eastern and central India, supporting industries, agriculture, and mineral-rich regions.
Ministry of Road, Transport & Highways (MoRTH)
Widening of the 4-Lane Mahwa to Mandawar Section (Rajasthan): The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has announced a significant proposal for the widening and upgradation of the Mahwa-Mandawar stretch of National Highway 921 in Rajasthan. At present, this section functions as a 4-lane highway, but with steadily increasing vehicular traffic and the regions growing role as a trade and transit corridor, it has become essential to expand its capacity. Under the proposal, the highway will be upgraded and widened across a total length of 50.246 kilometers, ensuring it can accommodate current demands as well as future growth in passenger and freight movement.
Once completed, the improved Mahwa-Mandawar stretch will serve as a key link between Rajasthan, Delhi NCR, and Haryana, offering seamless connectivity across state borders. The enhanced highway will help reduce travel time, cut down on congestion, and improve road safety for commuters. For businesses and industries operating in the region, faster movement of goods will lower logistics costs, boost efficiency, and stimulate trade opportunities.
In addition, the project is expected to generate employment during its construction phase and contribute to long-term social and economic benefits, particularly for communities living along the corridor. Improved access to markets, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities will support inclusive regional growth, making the benefits of national infrastructure development more widely shared.
Overall, the proposed widening of NH-921 represents a strategic investment in Rajasthans transport network, underscoring the governments commitment to building resilient, future-ready infrastructure that supports both regional aspirations and national economic progress.
Construction of six-lane elevated road along with Six lanes at Grade with a service road in Anisabad- Deedargunj (Bihar).The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has proposed the development of a six-lane elevated corridor, along with six lanes at grade and a dedicated service road, between Anisabad and Deedarganj in Bihar, covering a stretch of 13.37 kilometers. This strategic infrastructure upgrade is designed to address growing traffic volumes, ease congestion, and provide a faster and safer travel experience along this critical urban corridor.
Traffic Management Structures. 4 Light Vehicular Underpasses (LVUPs) to facilitate local traffic movement without affecting corridor flow, 91 intersections redesigned for better access control and efficiency, 8 grade separators to minimize traffic conflict points and ensure uninterrupted mobility
Service Road Network. A continuous service road alongside the main corridor to cater to lo
