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The Gujarat government has approved road resurfacing and quality improvement works worth INR 3,440 crore to upgrade rural connectivity across the state. The programme will cover around 5,700 km of non-planned roads through 2,342 projects spanning 33 districts, accounting for nearly 67% of such road networks. The initiative focuses on improving travel safety and efficiency in remote villages while introducing performance-based contracting models. Under the plan, projects will be executed through Output and Performance-Based Contracts (OPRC) and Performance-Based Maintenance Contracts (PBMC), with extended maintenance responsibilities. The move reflects a shift towards lifecycle-based infrastructure management, aimed at enhancing durability, reducing repair frequency, and improving accountability in road maintenance.
The Gujarat government has approved infrastructure works worth INR 3,440 crore in recent days to undertake resurfacing and quality improvement of rural roads, covering approximately 5,700 km of non-planned road networks across 33 districts. The initiative is aimed at strengthening connectivity in remote villages while improving road safety and travel efficiency. Advertisement
The programme includes 2,342 individual works and is expected to cover nearly 67% of the state's non-planned rural roads. Officials indicated that the focus extends beyond new road construction to improving the quality and durability of existing infrastructure, particularly in areas where road conditions have deteriorated over time.
The approved works will be implemented in phases, with roads that have completed eight years of service expected to be taken up in subsequent stages. The scale of the programme highlights the state's emphasis on maintaining and upgrading existing road infrastructure alongside expanding connectivity.
A key feature of the initiative is the adoption of performance-based contracting mechanisms, including Output and Performance-Based Contracts (OPRC) and Performance-Based Maintenance Contracts (PBMC). Under the OPRC model, projects valued above INR 25 crore will be executed with a 10-year contract period, comprising two years for construction and eight years for maintenance. Projects valued between INR 2 crore and INR 25 crore will be implemented under the PBMC framework, with a total contract duration of seven years, including one year for resurfacing and six years for maintenance.
The contracting approach introduces a shift in payment mechanisms, where contractors will be compensated based on the quality and performance of roads rather than the volume of work executed. Maintenance responsibilities will extend beyond the road surface to include drainage systems, signage, road furniture, markings, and related infrastructure components.
Officials indicated that the use of scientific methods and preventive maintenance practices is expected to enhance the lifespan of road assets and reduce the need for frequent repairs. The integration of digital monitoring systems and defined performance indicators is also expected to improve transparency and accountability in project execution and maintenance.
The initiative is designed to reduce long-term lifecycle costs while ensuring that infrastructure investments deliver sustained value. Improved road conditions, including pothole-free surfaces and better signage, are expected to contribute to safer travel conditions across rural areas.
By focusing on maintenance-led infrastructure development, the state is adopting a more structured approach to asset management, aligning with broader trends in infrastructure planning where long-term performance and cost efficiency are prioritised alongside expansion.
Source - PTI
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