The Uttar Pradesh government has given the green light to the Chitrakoot Link Expressway project, with an estimated investment of ₹939 crore.
This major infrastructure initiative is expected to enhance regional connectivity, stimulate tourism, and create nearly 38 lakh man-days of employment, providing a significant economic boost to the Bundelkhand region.
A Major Boost for Bundelkhand’s Roads, Jobs, and Tourism
In a major step toward accelerating development in Bundelkhand, the Uttar Pradesh government has approved the construction of the Chitrakoot Link Expressway.
Estimated at a cost of ₹939.67 crore, the project is expected to play a key role in boosting regional infrastructure and unlocking new avenues for economic growth.
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Approved in the state cabinet meeting held on Tuesday, this expressway is poised to improve regional connectivity, attract tourism, spark industrial growth, and generate thousands of jobs. Let’s take a closer look at what’s coming.
What’s the Plan?
The proposed expressway will span approximately 15.172 kilometers, beginning from Bharatkoop in Chitrakoot district on the Varanasi-Banda highway (NH-35/76) and extending to Ahmedganj village on NH-135BB.
The expressway will be constructed as a 4-lane corridor under the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) model, ensuring speed and quality in delivery.
₹939 Crore Investment
With a whopping investment of nearly ₹940 crore, this expressway is not just another road, it’s a symbol of long-term growth.
548 Days Completion Target
Construction contracts will be awarded through a competitive bidding process. Once the project kicks off, developers will have 548 days to complete the expressway.
Plus, the winning contractor will be responsible for its maintenance for five years after completion.
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Direct Highway Link to Chitrakoot
Chitrakoot holds immense cultural and spiritual significance. With this expressway, pilgrims and tourists alike will enjoy seamless access to the holy town from major highways.
Beyond religious tourism, the improved road infrastructure is expected to attract businesses, encourage trade, and fuel economic activity in the region—a win-win for both visitors and locals.
Boost in Employment
The project is not just about concrete and asphalt. It’s about people.The construction phase is projected to generate approximately 3.8 million man-days of employment, offering significant job opportunities for local laborers, technicians, engineers, and support staff.
It’s a massive employment push for an area that has long awaited industrial and infrastructure investment.
Central assistance not includedWhat’s really cool about the Chitrakoot Link Expressway is that the entire ₹939.67 crore funding is being taken care of by the Uttar Pradesh government itself.
Yep, no help from the Centre on this one! It just goes to show how serious the Yogi Adityanath government is about driving development on its own terms.
Instead of waiting around for central support, the state is stepping up and taking full charge of Bundelkhand’s growth. That’s some solid ownership right there.
A Visionary Step Forward
This expressway is more than just a transport corridor it’s a symbol of transformation.
From enhanced tourism and local employment to smoother logistics and long-term economic gains, the Chitrakoot Link Expressway is a blueprint for the kind of future-ready infrastructure Uttar Pradesh aims to build.
As ground breaks in the coming months, all eyes will be on Bundelkhand a region about to turn a critical corner in its development journey.
