Centre Approves ₹8,300 Crore Coastal Highway Project to Boost Odisha’s Connectivity and Growth
Bhubaneswar, June 3: In a major infrastructure push for Odisha, the Centre has approved the Rameshwar–Paradeep Coastal Highway project with an estimated investment of ₹8,300 crore, paving the way for improved connectivity, economic development, and enhanced access to the state’s coastal regions.
The ambitious highway project is expected to strengthen transport links along Odisha’s coastline, connecting key tourism, industrial, and port-based economic hubs while significantly reducing travel time and improving logistics efficiency.
Officials said the project will serve as a catalyst for regional development by boosting trade, attracting investments, and creating new opportunities for local businesses and communities. The highway is also expected to improve access to coastal villages, support disaster response capabilities, and facilitate smoother movement of goods and people.
The project is likely to benefit sectors such as tourism, fisheries, agriculture, and port-led industries by providing better infrastructure and connectivity. It is also expected to generate substantial employment opportunities during both the construction and operational phases.
For Odisha, the coastal highway represents more than just a road project—it is a strategic investment in the state’s future. Improved connectivity to destinations along the coast could further strengthen Odisha’s tourism potential while supporting the broader vision of balanced regional development.
The approval reflects the Centre’s continued focus on infrastructure-led growth and its commitment to enhancing connectivity in coastal states. Once completed, the highway is expected to become a vital economic corridor, linking communities, markets, and opportunities across Odisha’s coastline.
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