Cabinet Approves PMGSY-III Extension with Rs83,977 Crore Outlay

• Cabinet approved continuation of PMGSY-III rural roads scheme until March 2028 with revised outlay of Rs83,977 crore.
• Extended completion timelines for roads and bridges in plain areas until March 2028 and hilly area bridges until March 2029.
• Scheme focuses on connecting habitations to agricultural markets, schools, and hospitals through road consolidation.
• Approval includes sanctioning of 161 Long Span Bridges costing Rs961 crore on already sanctioned road alignments.