Karnataka Cabinet approves Rs 20,000 crore road infrastructure package

The Karnataka Cabinet has approved a Rs 20,000 crore investment for extensive road infrastructure development across the state. The funding will be allocated to the Public Works Department to upgrade state highways, district roads, and connectivity between district and taluk headquarters.

The allocation includes Rs 5,000 crore for state highway development under the State Highway Development Project, which aims to develop 1,897km of roads. Additionally, Rs 6,000 crore is designated for roads, bridges, and building works, while Rs 3,000 crore is earmarked for road improvement works. A further Rs 6,000 crore will be used to develop approximately 3,986km of roads to improve connectivity between district and taluk headquarters.

Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Eshwar Khandre stated that the investment is intended to facilitate daily commutes, assist farmers in transporting produce to markets, and improve business logistics. Khandre also noted that the state's robust revenue collections, including GST, have enabled the government to fulfill these developmental commitments.