The Centre has approved 17 road infrastructure projects worth ₹611.17 crore for Arunachal Pradesh under the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) 2026-27, giving a significant boost to connectivity and infrastructure development in the frontier state.
Chief Minister Pema Khandu welcomed the approval, describing it as another milestone in Arunachal Pradesh's development journey. In a post on X, he thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari for their continued support in strengthening the state's road infrastructure.
"Our state's development journey has received another significant boost with the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways approving 17 road projects worth ₹611.17 crore under the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) 2026-27," Khandu said.
The approval was conveyed through an official communication issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (North East Zone).
According to the ministry, the Centre sanctioned projects worth ₹611.17 crore, exceeding the ₹592.50 crore proposal submitted by the Arunachal Pradesh government.
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The approved works span several districts and include the construction of new roads, upgradation of major district roads and strengthening of key transport links aimed at improving connectivity in remote and border areas.
Among the major projects are the Ningcho-Langpia Road in East Kameng district, Latsum Pate-Namorah Road in Pakke Kessang, Hara Happa-Upper Nyorch Road in Papum Pare, Gengi-Subansiri Ferry Ghat Road in Lower Siang and the Mirem-Resing Road in East Siang district.
The projects are expected to improve access to remote habitations, facilitate the movement of people and goods, and support economic activities across the state. Improved road infrastructure is also expected to enhance access to healthcare, education and government services while strengthening connectivity in strategically important border regions.
The latest approval comes as the Centre continues to invest in road infrastructure across the Northeast to improve regional connectivity and support economic development.
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