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Centre Clears Rs 954 Crore For Arwal And Daudnagar Bypasses On NH-139 In Bihar
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In a major step to enhance road connectivity in Bihar, the Centre has cleared substantial funds for new bypasses in Arwal and Daudnagar, Aurangabad district.
Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari shared on his X handle that Rs 665.50 crore has been sanctioned for the Arwal bypass on National Highway 139, while Rs 288.28 crore will fund the Daudnagar bypass.
National Highway 139, which links Patna to Jharkhand via Aurangabad, will see smoother traffic flow once the bypasses are completed, improving connectivity between Patna, Arwal, Daudnagar, Aurangabad, and surrounding areas.
The new bypasses will divert heavy vehicle traffic away from city centres, easing congestion.
In addition, Bihar is set to implement three major road projects along the Ganga under the hybrid annuity model (HAM), with a combined investment of approximately Rs 17,000 crore, according to an ET Now report.
State Road Construction Minister Nitin Nabin explained that these initiatives are designed to reduce travel time, enhance connectivity, and promote tourism along the river.
The three HAM projects include:
Munger (Safiabad)–Bariyarpur–Ghorghat–Sultanganj (42 km) at Rs 5,119.80 crore.
Sultanganj–Bhagalpur–Sabour (41.33 km) at Rs 4,849.83 crore.
Under HAM, the government contributes 40 per cent of the project cost, with private developers funding the remainder and recovering investments through annuity payments over the concession period.
“These roads will not only connect key cities but also attract tourists with their scenic alignment along the Ganga,” said Nitin Nabin.
The minister confirmed that the tender process has been completed and letters of acceptance issued for all three projects.
