Chhattisgarh has once again reaffirmed its position as one of the leading states in the country in the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY). Across all phases of the scheme, the state has so far received approval for 9,722 roads (48,594 km) and 669 bridges. Out of these, 8,753 roads (43,380 km) and 470 bridges have already been completed successfully.
774 New Roads Sanctioned Under PMGSY-IV
The Union Minister for Rural Development has formally informed Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai that under PMGSY-IV, the state has been sanctioned 774 new rural roads, covering a total length of 2,426.875 km.
For the first time under this phase, the objective is to provide all-weather road connectivity to eligible habitations previously lacking road access. This major approval paves the way for connecting remote and underserved settlements across Chhattisgarh.
According to the Ministry of Rural Development, all-weather connectivity will provide these habitations with improved access to:
Markets
Healthcare
Education
Nutrition services
Disaster response
Daily mobility
The move is expected to significantly boost social and economic development, enhance rural livelihoods, and improve last-mile delivery of welfare services.
Union Minister Commends Chhattisgarh’s Performance
Union Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan praised Chhattisgarh for its outstanding and consistent performance in PMGSY implementation. He congratulated the people of the state, the PMGSY team, engineers and field staff for their dedication.
He added that the Central Government is committed to ensuring that the benefits of the scheme reach every intended beneficiary and that rural development in the state continues to gain momentum.
Chief Minister’s Statement
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai expressed gratitude and highlighted the importance of the approval:
“The sanction of 774 new roads under PMGSY-IV will give new momentum to Chhattisgarh’s rural development campaign. This is a historic step towards providing all-weather connectivity to remote and unconnected habitations. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan. Our government is committed to ensuring safe, durable and all-weather road connectivity to every village in the state, strengthening rural economy, education, healthcare and welfare services.”
