NHAI Signs Concession Agreement for Guwahati Ring Road to Boost Northeast Connectivity

A Step Forward in Sustainable Infrastructure Development

In a significant boost to regional infrastructure, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has signed a concession agreement with infrastructure firm M/s Dineshchandra R Agrawal Infracon Pvt. Ltd. for the construction of the 121-kilometre Guwahati Ring Road. This strategic project aims to ease urban traffic congestion, streamline logistics, and strengthen transport links across the Northeast region.

Finalised in the presence of NHAI Chairman Santosh Kumar Yadav and senior officials from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, this agreement reflects India's focused approach to balanced development and improved mobility in emerging regions.

Key Highlights of the Project

• 121-kilometre Guwahati Ring Road to be built under the Build-Operate-Toll (BOT) model.
• Estimated total project cost: ₹7,000 crore (including land acquisition and utility shifting).
• Construction cost alone expected to be ₹5,729 crore.
• No government grant involved, indicating strong private sector confidence.
• Aims to divert heavy vehicles from city roads to reduce traffic, pollution, and accidents.
• Enhances connectivity between Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, and Nagaland.
• Supports integration with national infrastructure programs like PM Gati Shakti and Act East Policy.
• Promotes industrial and commercial linkages across rural and border regions.

Enhancing Mobility and Urban Quality of Life

The Guwahati Ring Road is designed to divert freight and heavy vehicles away from the city center, helping to decongest urban roads, reduce noise and air pollution, and improve road safety. This development-focused project is expected to cut travel time for both goods and passengers, making commuting smoother and logistics more efficient across the region.

Supporting Regional Growth and Logistics

By improving connectivity between industrial clusters, rural areas, and major trade corridors, the project will create new economic opportunities. It is expected to boost border trade and strengthen the supply chain between Northeast states and the rest of the country, facilitating faster and safer movement of goods.

Official Statement from NHAI

A senior NHAI official noted, “This ring road is a crucial part of our vision for inclusive growth and modern infrastructure. It reflects how targeted investments in road networks can open up new pathways for trade, tourism, and regional development.”

Future-Ready Infrastructure with Sustainable Outcomes

The project is aligned with India's broader vision for integrated transport infrastructure. Once operational, it will become a vital component of the region’s transport ecosystem—linking seamlessly with existing highways and corridors while meeting long-term mobility needs.

The selected concessionaire will handle construction, operations, and toll management for the duration of the contract. Construction is expected to begin soon, with timelines to be announced in the coming months.

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