Centre Approves Rs 1,663 Crore Kollam-Theni National Highway Development Project
The approved project covers a 54.37-km stretch from Kadavoor Bypass Junction in Kollam to Anjilimoodu near Chengannur and will be executed under the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) model. The project is targeted for completion within 24 months.
The highway will be upgraded to a four-lane corridor with a width of 20 metres to improve connectivity and traffic movement across the Kollam, Kundara, Kunnathur, Bharanikkavu, Charummoodu and Chengannur regions.
Of the total project cost, Rs 689.20 crore has been allocated for civil construction works, Rs 331.64 crore for land acquisition and related activities, and Rs 394.19 crore for building demolition and compensation.
The project includes the construction of three major bridges, six minor bridges, 103 culverts, one railway overbridge and two vehicle underpasses. It also provides for 48 bus bays and an 88.81-km modern drainage network.
As part of the highway upgrade, 16 major junctions and 18 smaller junctions will be modernised to improve traffic flow and road safety. The project will also incorporate safety features such as crash barriers, advanced road signage, solar LED blinkers, median mast lighting and high-mast lights.
The NH-183 development project is expected to reduce travel time, improve freight movement and enhance regional connectivity, while supporting economic growth across trade, industry, agriculture and tourism sectors in central Travancore.
Published on:
12 June 2026
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