Vijayawada Expressway Works Speed Up Boosting Ntr District Connectivity

The construction of the six-lane Bengaluru-Vijayawada Greenfield Expressway is progressing rapidly to significantly reduce travel time between the two major cities. Being built under the Bharatmala Pariyojana at an estimated cost of around Rs 19,200 crore, the project aims to improve regional connectivity.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu directed officials during a review meeting to ensure the project is fully completed by 2027. Once operational, travel time between Bengaluru and Vijayawada will be reduced to 6 to 7 hours from the current 11 to 12 hours.

The 343 km new road section stretches from Kodikonda on the AP-Karnataka border to Muppavaram near Addanki in Prakasam district. By bypassing major congested towns, it enables smooth and swift vehicular movement.

This economic corridor is set to greatly benefit Ntr district and surrounding areas by enabling faster transportation of agricultural and industrial produce, boosting overall trade and regional connectivity.