JEYPORE: The progress of the Bariniput-Umuri NH-26 bypass road construction, initiated a year ago to alleviate traffic congestion and ensure smoother flow on the National Highway, has been hindered by a land compensation dispute.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) had proposed the construction of a 4.91-kilometre stretch from Bariniput to Umuri village, with a budget of Rs 68.34 crore allocated for the project. While the authorities have acquired land from 70 persons at the government-fixed rate, 39 others have demanded higher compensation.
