Road and Bridge Construction Gains Momentum in Chhattisgarh; Tenders Worth Rs. 243.81 Crore Approved for 18 Works

Raipur, 16 October 2026/ The Chhattisgarh Government has taken another important step towards expanding a strong and accessible road network in the state. The Public Works Department has approved tenders totalling more than Rs. 243.81 crore for 18 important road and bridge construction works across various districts. These include 12 bridge works and 6 road construction and upgradation works. Following approval of the tenders, the process of issuing work orders promptly to the selected construction agencies is being expedited so that these projects can be implemented.

Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai said that the State Government aims to take Chhattisgarh’s development to new heights while bringing every part of the state into the mainstream of progress. Roads and bridges are more than means of transport; they provide a strong foundation for economic prosperity and social change. Completion of these works, worth approximately Rs. 244 crore, will open up new avenues for development in the areas concerned. Better road connectivity will encourage trade and economic activity while making education, healthcare and employment opportunities more accessible. Strong connectivity will accelerate development, particularly in remote, rural and forest areas.

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The Public Works Department is rapidly approving tenders for new construction works to make the best possible use of the working season following the monsoon. Last month alone, tenders worth more than Rs.672 crore were approved for 24 road and bridge works. Approval of tenders for another 18 works worth nearly Rs.244 crore will further accelerate the expansion of road and bridge infrastructure in the state.

Deputy Chief Minister and Public Works Minister Shri Arun Sao said that the department is working with full commitment to ensure that road and bridge construction begins promptly across the state. Following approval of the tenders for these 18 important construction works, particular emphasis will be placed on starting them soon and completing them within the stipulated time. He has directed the Executive Engineers concerned to promptly issue work orders to the selected construction agencies and contractors and ensure that work begins.

Shri Sao said that there would be no compromise on quality, transparency or timely completion. New high-level bridges across rivers and streams will ease travel difficulties faced by local residents and strengthen all-weather connectivity between different areas. The State Government is working to ensure strong roads, safe bridges and convenient, comfortable journeys for citizens.

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Tender Committee Approves Works Worth Rs. 243.81 Crore

The Public Works Department’s Tender Committee approved tenders for these 18 works at its meeting held on 12 October. The department has directed all Executive Engineers concerned to ensure that the contracted works are executed and supervised in accordance with departmental standards, with particular attention to construction quality.

The department has clarified that the approved works cannot be sublet to any other agency and that a power of attorney will not be accepted for their execution. Executive Engineers have been directed to ensure completion within the contractual period and execution in accordance with the contract conditions, within the limits of administrative approval and available allocation.

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Roads to Be Strengthened in Janjgir-Champa and Surajpur

The approved road works include widening and strengthening a 17.40-kilometre stretch of the Deori–Tanaud–Bhuigaon–Shuklabhatha–Sasaha road in Janjgir-Champa district. A tender worth Rs. 31 crore 7 lakh 83 thousand has been approved for this work. In Surajpur district, a tender worth Rs. 16 crore 8 lakh 59 thousand has been approved for improving and strengthening a 16.85-kilometre stretch of the Ring Road.

In Raipur district, a tender worth Rs. 14 crore 40 lakh 32 thousand has been approved for widening and strengthening an 8.20-kilometre stretch of the Samoda–Banarsi–Tulsi road, including bridges and culverts. In Bemetara district, tenders have been approved for construction of the 9.20-kilometre Bahinga–Tivaraiya–Simga approach road, including bridges and culverts, at Rs. 10 crore 77 lakh 97 thousand, and for construction of 10.80 kilometres of the Madrali–Katai–Beltukri major district road, including bridges and culverts, at Rs. 11 crore 38 thousand.

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Overpass to Be Built at Fundhar Chowk in Raipur; Service Roads at Raipura to Be Widened

Two important works have also been approved to ease traffic movement in the state capital, Raipur. A tender worth Rs. 29 crore 80 lakh 12 thousand has been approved for construction of an overpass at Fundhar Chowk on VIP Road. A tender worth Rs. 14 crore 96 lakh 96 thousand has also been approved for widening 3.66 kilometres of service roads on both sides of the Raipura Chowk flyover on Ring Road No. 1 (NH-30). These works will help improve traffic management on important routes in the capital.

High-Level Bridge to Be Built Across the Indravati River at a Cost of Rs. 36.06 Crore

Tenders for several important bridges have also been approved to expand connectivity in the Bastar region. In Bijapur district, a tender worth Rs. 36 crore 5 lakh 75 thousand has been approved for construction of a high-level bridge and approach road across the Indravati River on the Kutru–Gutmangi road.

In Bastar district, tenders have been approved for a high-level bridge and approach road across the Bhanwardih River on the Chandela–Dharmabeda to Amlidhara road at Rs. 12 crore 74 lakh 95 thousand, and for a high-level bridge and approach road across Mandher Nala on the Barsur–Lohandiguda–Jagdalpur road at Rs. 10 crore 98 lakh 39 thousand.

A tender worth Rs. 5 crore 73 lakh 1 thousand has also been approved for construction of a high-level bridge and approach road across the Handawada River on the Chhindnar–Kaurgaon road, sanctioned under the District Mineral Foundation (DMF) fund. These bridges will strengthen all-weather connectivity for several villages in forest areas and make travel easier for local residents.

New Bridges Also Planned in Rajnandgaon, Kondagaon, KCG and Kanker

In Rajnandgaon district, a tender worth Rs. 7 crore 79 lakh 60 thousand has been approved for construction of a high-level bridge and approach road across Sukha Nala on the Maharajpur–Bartola road.

In Kondagaon district, tenders have been approved for a high-level bridge and approach road across Kalibeda Nala on the Makdi–Hirapur road at Rs. 7 crore 35 lakh 45 thousand, and for a high-level bridge and approach road across the Parauda River on the Pareda–Kongud road at Rs. 8 crore 84 lakh 65 thousand.

In Khairagarh–Chhuikhadan–Gandai district, a tender worth Rs. 6 crore 77 lakh 12 thousand has been approved for a high-level bridge and approach road across Moti Nala on the Khairagarh–Akarjan road.

In Kanker district, tenders have been approved for a high-level bridge and approach road across the Nibra (Medhki) River on the Rajnandgaon–Bailadila road at Rs.5 crore 96 lakh 55 thousand, and for a high-level bridge and approach road across Pasangi Nala on the Bhanupratappur–Pakhanjur road at Rs. 5 crore 50 lakh 30 thousand.

In Surguja district, a tender worth Rs. 7 crore 93 lakh 17 thousand has been approved for construction of a high-level bridge and approach road across the Machhli River on the Dahidand–Sonvarsa road.

Chief Minister Shri Sai said that expanding basic infrastructure such as roads and bridges is an important foundation for building a developed Chhattisgarh. The State Government is continuously working to strengthen connectivity in rural, tribal and remote areas alongside urban areas. New roads and bridges will make travel easier, facilitate the transport of agricultural produce to markets, help children travel to educational institutions, improve patients’ access to healthcare facilities and create more opportunities for young people to access employment and participate in economic activities.