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Union Minister Nitin Gadkari decries Mumbai‑Goa highway delays at Porvorim corridor event
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 10 Sep 2026, 04:33 AM
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Speaking at a corridor inauguration in Porvorim, Goa, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said he feels ashamed of the prolonged delays in completing the Mumbai‑Goa highway and urged faster action.
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari addressed a crowd at the Porvorim corridor event on Thursday, expressing disappointment over the sluggish progress of the Mumbai‑Goa highway. He said the prolonged delays are a source of embarrassment for the government and for the commuters who rely on the route for trade and tourism.
Gadkari highlighted that the highway is a vital link between Maharashtra and Goa, facilitating movement of goods and tourists. He urged the concerned agencies to clear bottlenecks, accelerate land acquisition and ensure timely completion of pending stretches.
The minister assured that the central government will monitor the project closely and take corrective measures to bring the work back on schedule. He called on state officials to cooperate fully and pledged additional oversight to avoid further setbacks.
The Porvorim event, attended by local officials and business representatives, also showcased ongoing infrastructure projects in the region, underscoring the government's focus on improving connectivity in the western coastal belt.
No specific timeline was announced, but Gadkari indicated that the ministry will review progress reports weekly to ensure the Mumbai‑Goa corridor meets its intended deadlines.
Gadkari highlighted that the highway is a vital link between Maharashtra and Goa, facilitating movement of goods and tourists. He urged the concerned agencies to clear bottlenecks, accelerate land acquisition and ensure timely completion of pending stretches.
The minister assured that the central government will monitor the project closely and take corrective measures to bring the work back on schedule. He called on state officials to cooperate fully and pledged additional oversight to avoid further setbacks.
The Porvorim event, attended by local officials and business representatives, also showcased ongoing infrastructure projects in the region, underscoring the government's focus on improving connectivity in the western coastal belt.
No specific timeline was announced, but Gadkari indicated that the ministry will review progress reports weekly to ensure the Mumbai‑Goa corridor meets its intended deadlines.