Bhubaneswar, Nov 11 (UDN): The Odisha Government has amended the Odisha State Road Policy-2025, introducing new conditions and mandatory requirements for the implementation of road infrastructure projects across the state. The amendment aims to streamline project execution, accelerate the development of road infrastructure and ensure that construction work begins only after the necessary permissions, clearances and administrative approvals have been obtained.
According to the revised provisions, obtaining all required permissions and approvals before commencing any road construction project has been made mandatory. Another important condition stipulates that at least 90 per cent of the land required for a project must be available before construction work can begin.
The amendment has been introduced to minimise delays in road infrastructure projects arising from land acquisition issues, pending clearances and procedural hurdles. The government intends to ensure better coordination and preparedness before projects move into the construction phase.
The Works Department has issued a formal notification regarding the changes, amending Clause 5.5(J) of the Odisha State Road Policy-2025. The revised provisions are expected to establish clearer requirements for project implementation and facilitate the timely execution of road development works across Odisha.