DPR Guide for Road Infrastructure Projects Released

On 23rd December 2025, Defence Minister released a Guide on Preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for Road Infrastructure Projects, prepared by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), at South Block, New Delhi.

Key Points

Purpose of the Guide: To establish a uniform and standardised framework for preparing DPRs for road infrastructure projects.
Significance of DPRs: DPRs are essential planning documents covering engineering design, construction methodology, execution strategy, quality control, and cost analysis.
Technical Consolidation: Brings together relevant specifications, standards, guidelines, and procedures into a single reference document.
Target Users: Designed to assist BRO engineers during both new road construction and upgradation of existing road infrastructure.
Addressing Project Delays: Aims to reduce time and cost overruns caused by inadequately prepared DPRs.
Expected Impact: Improves quality and consistency of project reports.