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Patiala MP Dharamvira Gandhi has urged the Centre to approve the four-laning of the Patiala Patran stretch of Punjab's State Highway 10, highlighting its growing traffic and safety concerns. The 75 km route connects Patiala, Samana, Ghagga, and Patran, serving as an important link for local trade and movement towards Haryana and Delhi. The Union government has clarified that the project can only be considered if the Punjab government submits a formal proposal, a requirement under initiatives such as PM Gati Shakti.
Patiala MP Dharamvira Gandhi recently requested the central government to approve the four-laning of the 75 km Patiala Patran stretch of State Highway 10, pointing out the increasing traffic pressure and safety risks on this key corridor. He met with Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari to discuss the matter and emphasized that the existing two-lane road is inadequate for current and future traffic needs. Advertisement
The highway connects Patiala, Samana, Ghagga, and Patran, facilitating daily travel, trade, and transport of agricultural produce. Rising vehicle numbers have led to congestion, longer travel times, and increased accident risks. The MP highlighted that upgrading this stretch to four lanes would improve safety, reduce delays, and support smoother movement for both commercial and passenger traffic.
The Union government noted that while the project is important, such upgrades require a formal proposal from the state government before central approval can be considered. It clarified that state highways can only be included in national infrastructure programmes, such as PM Gati Shakti, if the respective state initiates the request.
This is not a new concern. Over the past few years, stakeholders have repeatedly called for widening the Patiala Patran road due to its importance as a regional connectivity corridor in the Malwa belt. The route links multiple towns and acts as a feeder to major highways connecting Punjab to Haryana and Delhi. Safety audits and traffic studies have consistently indicated the need for capacity enhancement to accommodate growing traffic volumes.
Delays in similar highway projects across Punjab have often been linked to procedural hurdles, coordination gaps between state and central agencies, and land acquisition challenges. These factors have slowed down several regional connectivity projects, affecting both economic activity and road safety. Observers suggest that timely submission of the proposal by the state can help expedite approvals and initiate construction planning.
If the four-laning project moves forward, it is expected to enhance regional connectivity, support trade and logistics, and improve road safety significantly. Efficient execution would also ensure that the corridor can handle future traffic growth while reducing congestion and accidents, making it a critical infrastructure upgrade for Punjab.
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