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Politics
Manipur CM pushes for early start of highway project, seeks Imphal road clearance
✍️ Construction World India
🗓 13 Oct 2026, 10:17 AM
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The Chief Minister of Manipur has urged the central government to fast‑track the commencement of a new highway and to approve the pending Imphal road work.
Manipur's chief minister has formally appealed to the Union government for an accelerated launch of a major highway that will link key districts across the state. The request emphasizes the strategic importance of the corridor for trade, tourism and regional connectivity, especially in the context of ongoing infrastructure development in the Northeast.
In addition to the highway, the chief minister sought immediate approval for the Imphal road project, which has been pending due to procedural delays. Officials say the road will ease traffic congestion in the state capital and improve access to surrounding rural areas.
The state administration has prepared detailed project reports and is ready to commence work once clearances are granted. Stakeholders, including local businesses and transport unions, have welcomed the move, citing expected economic benefits and job creation.
The central ministry has not yet responded, but sources indicate that a meeting between state and union officials is being scheduled to discuss timelines and funding arrangements.
In addition to the highway, the chief minister sought immediate approval for the Imphal road project, which has been pending due to procedural delays. Officials say the road will ease traffic congestion in the state capital and improve access to surrounding rural areas.
The state administration has prepared detailed project reports and is ready to commence work once clearances are granted. Stakeholders, including local businesses and transport unions, have welcomed the move, citing expected economic benefits and job creation.
The central ministry has not yet responded, but sources indicate that a meeting between state and union officials is being scheduled to discuss timelines and funding arrangements.