Cabinet approves a highway construction project in Assam worth ₹8,970.20 crore
August 06th, 04:12 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi, has approved the development of 135.871 km, 4-lane access-controlled Guwahati-Tezpur Corridor of NH-15 in Assam worth Rs.8970.20 crore. The project will increase average travel speeds by 100%, reduce travel time to half, improve overall road safety, enhance fuel efficiency, and lower vehicle operating costs, thereby enhancing regional mobility and socio-economic development.Cabinet approves a multitracking project across Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh
July 24th, 04:05 pm
In line with PM Modi's New India vision, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the 3rd and 4th lines of the Ballari-Guntakal section in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, worth around ₹1,264 crore. The project is planned under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, with a focus on enhancing multimodal connectivity and logistics efficiency. It will provide seamless connectivity for the movement of people, goods, and services.Cabinet approves construction of the General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA) in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh
June 10th, 01:57 pm
The Cabinet has approved the construction of the first General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA) campus in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, at a cost of ₹1,234.91 crore. Spread across 17 acres with 1,504 residential units, the green-rated project will provide modern housing and civic amenities for Central Government employees while generating significant employment and supporting efficient government functioning.Cabinet approves construction of new Central Government General Pool Office Accommodation in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh
June 10th, 01:52 pm
The Cabinet has approved the construction of the Central Government General Pool Office Accommodation (CGGPOA) in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. Built across 5.53 acres at an estimated cost of over ₹1,299.08 crore, the green-rated office complex will accommodate around 8,000 officials and staff members, enhance coordination among Central Government departments, provide modern civic amenities and generate significant employment opportunities.Cabinet approves road upgradation projects in Madhya Pradesh worth Rs. 4,415.60 Crore
June 03rd, 03:29 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi, has approved upgradation of Hiwarkhedi-Roshni-Ashapur-Rudhy Section of NH-347B and widening of Deshgaon-Julwaniya Section of NH-347B in Madhya Pradesh at a cost of Rs.4,415.60 Crore. The upgraded corridor will enhance multi-modal integration by connecting with 6 PM Gati-Shakti Economic Nodes, 5 social nodes and 5 Logistic Nodes, thereby facilitating faster movement of goods and passengers across the region.Cabinet approves road widening projects in Telangana worth Rs.7597.16 crore
June 03rd, 03:26 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi, has approved the widening of the existing Armoor-Jagtial-Mancherial Section of NH-63 and Jagtial-Karimnagar Section of NH-563 to the 4-lane standard at a cost of Rs.7597.16 crore. In line with the PM GatiShakti principles, these projects will enhance regional mobility and promote socio-economic development.Cabinet approves a highway construction project in Odisha worth Rs.8300.79 crore
June 03rd, 03:10 pm
Under PM Modi’s leadership, the Cabinet approved an ₹8,300 crore coastal highway project in Odisha connecting Rameshwar to Paradeep across 160 km. The project will boost connectivity, reduce travel time by nearly 2.5 hours, strengthen logistics under PM GatiShakti and promote regional economic growth while lowering fuel consumption and carbon emissions.Cabinet approves integration and continuation of two schemes under umbrella scheme SARTHAK-PDS
May 27th, 02:53 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by PM Modi, has approved the continuation of SARTHAK PDS as an umbrella scheme with a Central outlay of ₹25,530 crore. Equipped with advanced technologies such as AI, ML, NLP and Blockchain, the scheme aims to ensure last-mile service delivery, minimize leakages and strengthen the nation’s commitment to food security under the NFSA.Cabinet approves two railway projects in Uttar Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh worth Rs 24,815 crore
April 18th, 04:00 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi, has approved two railway projects worth around Rs. 24,815 crore. Covering 15 districts across the states of Uttar Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh, these projects are in line with PM Modi’s vision of New India and aim to make the people in the region Atmanirbhar. They will increase the existing network of Indian Railways by about 601 km.Cabinet approves construction of 1200 MW Kalai-II Hydro Electric Project in Arunachal Pradesh
April 08th, 04:28 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi has approved investment of Rs.14,105.83 crore for construction of Kalai-II Hydro Electric Project (HEP) in Anjaw District of Arunachal Pradesh. The project will strengthen power supply in the State, support in peak demand management, and contribute to balancing the national grid.Cabinet approves construction of 1720 MW Kamala Hydro Electric Project in Arunachal Pradesh
April 08th, 04:26 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi has approved investment of Rs.26,069.50 crore for construction of Kamala Hydro Electric Project (HEP) in Kamle, Kra Daadi & Kurung Kumey Districts of Arunachal Pradesh. The project will significantly improve infrastructure in the state and provide essential facilities, benefiting local communities.Cabinet approves revision in cost and investment in equity for HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (HRRL), Pachpadra, District - Balotra, Rajasthan
April 08th, 04:21 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi has approved the revision of HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited project cost from Rs.43,129 Crore to Rs.79,459 Crore and additional equity investment of Rs.8,962 Crore by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL). The project will lead to energy independence and reduce import dependence of petrochemical sector.Cabinet approves Continuation of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (lVFRT) Scheme
March 25th, 04:12 pm
The Union Cabinet, chaired by PM Modi, has approved the continuation of the Immigration, Visa, Foreigners Registration & Tracking (IVFRT) Scheme beyond 31 March 2026 for a period of five years, with a budget outlay of Rs. 1,800 crore. The continuation of the project is a strategic transformation aligned with the Government of India's vision to promote international mobility. This will give a boost to the tourism, medical and business sectors.Cabinet approves upgradation of NH-160A section in Maharashtra worth Rs.3320.38 crore
February 14th, 01:05 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi, has approved the rehabilitation and upgradation of NH-160A in Maharashtra worth Rs. 3,320.38 crore. The project, proposed in line with PM GatiShakti principles, will reduce travel time and enhance basic infrastructure in the tribal region, contributing to overall economic development.Cabinet approves upgradation of National Highway-56 sections in Gujarat at Rs.4583.64 Crore
February 14th, 01:02 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi, has approved the project for the construction of 4-lane sections in Gujarat with a total project length of 107.67 km, costing Rs. 4583.64 crore. The project will improve connectivity to tribal areas, thereby supporting economic growth and development of the region. It will also enhance connectivity to the Statue of Unity.Cabinet approves the widening of National Highway-167 in Telangana worth Rs.3175.08 crore
February 14th, 01:00 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi, has approved the widening of National Highway-167 from Gudebellur to Mahabubnagar on the Hyderabad-Panaji Economic Corridor to 4-lane standards in Telangana, worth Rs. 3175.08 crore. It will provide seamless connectivity to key economic, social and logistics nodes across Telangana and provide employment opportunities.Cabinet approves construction of Twin Tube TBM road Underwater tunnel and a Railway project in Assam
February 14th, 12:56 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi, has approved the construction of a 4-lane access-controlled greenfield connectivity corridor from Gohpur on NH-15 to Numaligarh on NH-715, including a 15.79 km road-cum-rail tunnel under the River Brahmaputra, worth Rs. 18,662 crore in Assam. The project will enhance the efficiency of freight movement, reduce logistics costs and drive socio-economic growth in the North Eastern region.Cabinet approves railway projects across several states, expanding Indian Railways network by about 389 kms
February 14th, 12:50 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi, has approved three railway projects worth around Rs. 18,509 crore. The projects are in line with the PM’s New India vision of making people Atmanirbhar by enhancing employment and self-employment opportunities. It will boost connectivity to several prominent tourist destinations across the country.Cabinet approves 4-lane road project in Bihar worth Rs.3,822.31 crore
September 24th, 03:07 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi, has approved the 4-lane Sahebganj-Areraj-Bettiah road project in Bihar at Rs. 3,822.31 crore. The project will improve access to key heritage and Buddhist sites, strengthening the Buddhist circuit and tourism in Bihar. It will also improve employment opportunities, boosting regional growth.Cabinet approves a railway project connecting Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal worth Rs. 3,169 Crore
September 10th, 03:05 pm
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by PM Modi, has approved doubling the 177 km Bhagalpur–Dumka–Rampurhat railway line across Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal at a cost of ₹3,169 crore. This multi-tracking will ease congestion, improve connectivity for people and goods, boost tourism, and support PM Modi’s vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat by creating more employment and self-employment opportunities in the region.