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Jharkhand Aims to Build 12,500 km of Rural Roads under Viksit Bharat‑GRAM G Scheme
✍️ Indian Masterminds
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 04:02 AM
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The Jharkhand government has announced plans to construct 12,500 kilometres of rural roads under the Viksit Bharat‑GRAM G scheme, aiming to improve connectivity in remote areas.
Jharkhand officials disclosed a target of laying 12,500 kilometres of new rural roads as part of the Viksit Bharat‑GRAM G scheme, a central‑state initiative focused on upgrading village infrastructure. The project will be rolled out across the state's most isolated blocks, where poor road conditions have long hampered access to markets, schools and health facilities.
The scheme allocates both central and state funds, with an estimated outlay that will be released in phases over the next five years. By prioritising all‑weather surfaces and proper drainage, the government aims to reduce travel time and vehicle wear, thereby boosting agricultural productivity and local commerce.
State officials indicated that the construction will be undertaken by a mix of contracted firms and labour‑intensive work programmes, creating temporary employment opportunities for rural workers. Monitoring mechanisms, including satellite‑based progress tracking, will be employed to ensure timely completion and quality compliance.
If the target is met, Jharkhand expects a measurable improvement in rural connectivity, which could translate into better delivery of public services and increased economic activity in previously hard‑to‑reach areas.
The scheme allocates both central and state funds, with an estimated outlay that will be released in phases over the next five years. By prioritising all‑weather surfaces and proper drainage, the government aims to reduce travel time and vehicle wear, thereby boosting agricultural productivity and local commerce.
State officials indicated that the construction will be undertaken by a mix of contracted firms and labour‑intensive work programmes, creating temporary employment opportunities for rural workers. Monitoring mechanisms, including satellite‑based progress tracking, will be employed to ensure timely completion and quality compliance.
If the target is met, Jharkhand expects a measurable improvement in rural connectivity, which could translate into better delivery of public services and increased economic activity in previously hard‑to‑reach areas.