Chhattisgarh: 40,415 km of roads built under PMGSY in 25 years

More than 40,000 km of roads have been constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) in Chhattisgarh in the last 25 years, transforming the rural landscape, enabling connectivity, and boosting economic growth, officials said.

The scheme has also contributed significantly in Left Wing Extremism (LWE)-affected areas, where 12,459 km of roads have been constructed, linking 3,853 habitations to the mainstream. These roads have improved livelihoods, education, healthcare, and security in such regions.