Improvement in efficiency of existing corridors through development of Multimodal Logistics Parks and elimination of choke point
Enhance focus on improving connectivity in North East and leveraging synergies with Inland Waterways
Emphasis on use of technology and scientific planning for Project Preparation and Asset Monitoring
Delegation of powers to expedite project delivery - Phase I to complete by 2022
Improving connectivity in the North East
Key Features of the Scheme
Improving the Quality of Roads: Bharntmala will bring a new wave of development in the nation in the form of well-maintained and developed roads. Under this project, construction of roads in all parts of the nation will be undertaken.
Total Road Construction: As per the draft of the scheme, Government and the Ministry will strive to complete new roads, which will add up to a whopping 34,800 kms.
Integrated Scheme: ‘Bharatmala’ is the name that is given to the road development and it will include many other related schemes as well.
Total Tenure of the Program: The central government aims at finishing the scheme within a span of five years. Thus, all is set for finishing the first phase before the end of 2022.
Segmentation in Phases: Due to sheer magnitude and spread of the scheme, it will be divided into seven distinct phases. As of now, the first phase is under implementation.
Construction on a Daily Basis: To finish the first phase in time, the respective departments are putting their best efforts towards constructing at least 18 km of path on a daily basis. To beat the clock, continued efforts are being made to raise it to 30 km/day.
Different Categories of Road Construction: It has been highlighted in the official draft of the scheme that to provide better connectivity, construction of various categories of roads will be undertaken.
Multi-source of Funding: One source will not be enough for funding a mammoth project. Thus, the government will have to depend on other sources for generating adequate money to meet the expenses.
