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India Targets Over 26,000 km Rural Roads in FY 2026-27

Published on 19 Jun 2026

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India Targets Over 26,000 km Rural Roads in FY 2026-27
  • The Government of India has allocated ₹18,907 crore to construct 26,474 km of rural roads under PMGSY and related schemes in FY 2026-27.
  • Secretary, Rural Development, Shri Rohit Kansal chaired a high-level review meeting with states to assess progress under PMGSY and RCPLWEA.
  • States were directed to accelerate last-mile connectivity, complete pending works in left-out habitations, especially PVTG areas under PM-JANMAN.
  • Emphasis was placed on quality construction, maintenance, and universal adoption of the e-MARG platform.
  • Focus was also given to timely completion of roads in Left Wing Extremism-affected districts.
Source: SarkariPariksha