India, June 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

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 meeting was chaired by the Secretary, Department of Rural Development, Government of India, Shri Rohit Kansal.

Senior officials, including Additional Chief Secretaries, Principal Secreta...