Rajasthan Highway Upgrade: 68-Km Stretch to Be Widened to Four Lanes

Two major National Highway stretches in Rajasthan will be widened to four lanes to improve traffic movement and road safety. The project covers the Sadhuwali-Banwala section of NH-954 and the Banwala-Hanumangarh section of NH-54. The 68.14-km project will also include paved shoulders along the upgraded highway. The work is expected to reduce traffic congestion, cut travel time and improve road connectivity in the region.

Rs 2,386 Crore Project Approved

In August 2026, the Centre approved the highway project with a total cost of Rs 2,386 crore. The widening work will focus on improving road capacity in areas where traffic has increased over time.

Following the approval, the project has now moved ahead as the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has invited bids for the four-laning work. The estimated cost of the work under the current bidding process is Rs 882.52 crore.

68.14-Km Highway To Be Widened

The project covers two highway sections. The Sadhuwali-Banwala stretch of NH-954 covers 42.9 km, while the Banwala-Hanumangarh section of NH-54 covers 25.24 km.

Together, these stretches will form a four-lane road link between Sadhuwali and Hanumangarh. Paved shoulders will also be added along the widened highway to provide extra paved space beside the main carriageway.

Better Traffic Flow and Road Safety

The four-laning work is expected to increase the road capacity across the corridor. This will help vehicles move more smoothly, especially through populated areas where traffic congestion can slow down movement.

The wider road is also expected to reduce travel time between key locations along the route. In addition, the planned paved shoulders will provide extra road space and support safer movement along the highway.

Better Link Between Sri Ganganagar and Hanumangarh

The upgraded corridor will improve the road connection between Sri Ganganagar and Hanumangarh. It will also provide better access to settlements and other areas located along the highway.

The route is important for traffic movement in northern Rajasthan, connecting travellers and goods vehicles towards Hanumangarh and other parts of the region. Once upgraded, the wider highway is expected to support smoother movement of both local and long-distance traffic.

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