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India Accelerates Highway Expansion as 10,389 Km of High-Speed Corridors Awarded

NewsBhumika Lenka23 Jul 2026

New Delhi, July 23: The Government of India has announced that 10,389 km of National High-Speed Corridors have been awarded across the country, marking a major milestone in the expansion and modernisation of the nation’s road infrastructure.

The development is part of the government’s efforts to build a faster, safer, and more efficient highway network aimed at improving connectivity, reducing travel time, and strengthening logistics across key economic regions.

The high-speed corridor projects are expected to enhance freight movement, support industrial growth, and improve connectivity between major cities, ports, and economic hubs.

Officials said the expansion of these corridors will play an important role in boosting infrastructure development, creating employment opportunities, and supporting India’s long-term economic growth objectives.

The projects are being developed with a focus on modern highway standards, improved road safety, advanced transportation systems, and better connectivity for passengers and businesses.

The government continues to prioritise infrastructure development as a key driver of economic progress, with high-speed road networks forming an important part of India’s future mobility framework.