About the Scheme
Bharatmala Pariyojana Phase I aims to construct 34,800 km of national highways to connect economic corridors, inter-corridors, ring roads, and coastal roads. Total investment: ₹10.64 lakh crore. As of 2025: 25,000+ km awarded; 16,000+ km completed. Bharatmala Phase II under planning: focuses on last-mile connectivity and green highways.
Target Beneficiaries: Entire economy; logistics industry; cargo movement; 700+ districts connected
Implementing Agency: National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL), State Public Works Departments (PWDs)
Key Features
- 34,800 km of National Highways in Phase I: economic corridors, inter-corridors, coastal roads, port connectivity
- Total investment: ₹10.64 lakh crore — India's largest road infrastructure programme
- 25,000+ km awarded; 16,000+ km completed as of 2025
- Ring roads for 50+ cities to reduce urban congestion
- Golden Quadrilateral, North-South, East-West corridors enhancement
- Bharatmala Phase II under planning: last-mile and rural connectivity
- Integration with PM GatiShakti for multi-modal logistics planning
Eligibility Criteria
- Strategic roads connecting border areas and international gateways.
- Road projects enhancing connectivity to major ports and coastal economic zones.
- Projects identified as critical for improving logistics efficiency and reducing congestion.
- Proposals aligning with the national infrastructure pipeline and PM Gati Shakti framework.