Overview

• The Uttar Pradesh government has unveiled a Rs 6,124 crore investment plan for constructing ring roads, bypasses, and flyovers in the 2025-26 fiscal year.
• A total of 62 projects have been identified, with a focus on regions experiencing heavy vehicular movement and high population density.
• Municipalities with populations exceeding one lakh will be prioritized, while areas already served by national highways will be excluded from this plan.
• The National Highways Authority of India will oversee road projects in areas connected to national highways.
• The initiative aims to improve traffic management, support freight movement, and bolster economic growth through better connectivity, particularly around industrial parks.