The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has announced plans to construct 74 new tunnels, spanning 273 km, at an estimated cost of Rs 1 trillion. This initiative aims to enhance India’s highway infrastructure while ensuring stringent performance audits for all ongoing projects. Technology upgrades and cost-effective solutions will be prioritised to tackle India’s varied terrain while maintaining top-quality standards.
So far, the central government has completed 35 tunnels covering 49 km at a cost of Rs 150 billion. Additionally, 69 tunnels, stretching 134 km, are currently under construction with an estimated expenditure of Rs 400 billion.