Mohkampur, Dehradun

The Central Government has sanctioned ₹2,355.54 crore for Uttarakhand under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme. The allocation is expected to boost road and transport infrastructure, and tourism development.

The 12-kilometer bypass project around Dehradun, a ₹716 crore initiative by the National Highways Authority of India, has reached 44% completion. This four-lane greenfield highway, connecting Jhajhra to the Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor, is slated for completion by April 2027.

MCD is having board meeting on April 29 to discuss 65 proposals concerning civic amenities, infrastructure, and governance. Key agenda items include measures against illegal factories, regulation of pubs and hookah bars, and improving traffic management. Land proposals involve establishing a new fire station near Sahastradhara helipad and a power substation in Nakraunda.

NHAI is constructing a 12-kilometer, four-lane greenfield bypass connecting the Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor. This project, with a cost of ₹716 crore, aims to enhance regional connectivity and reduce traffic congestion in Dehradun. The bypass is expected to be completed by April 2027 and will divert non-destined traffic away from the city's urban core.

The Uttarakhand Public Works Department (PWD) has unveiled a five-year master plan with an investment of ₹74,100 crore to upgrade road connectivity and infrastructure. The plan includes converting 5,735 km of unpaved roads to paved roads, upgrading 1,200 bridges, and repairing 91 dilapidated bridges.