Mumbai, June 19 -- The Government of India has earmarked Rs.18,907 crore during FY 2026-27 for the construction of 26,474 kilometres of rural roads under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) and related rural connectivity initiatives.

This was highlighted during a comprehensive high-level review meeting convened by the Ministry of Rural Development to assess the state-wise physical and financial progress under PMGSY and the Road Connectivity Project for Left Wing Extremism Affected Areas (RCPLWEA). The Secretary reviewed state-wise targets and implementation status for FY 2026-27, with special emphasis on achieving saturation of rural connectivity in left-out areas.

States were directed to expedite the completion of all remainin...