India’S Road To Progress: National Highway Network Grown By 60%, Rising From 91,287 Km In 2014 To 146,195 Km Now, Says Morth

The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways in a statement on Thursday (January 9) said that India has achieved a remarkable milestone in infrastructure development, with its National Highway network expanding by 60% over the past decade. The total length of NHs has risen from 91,287 km in 2014 to an impressive 146,195 km in 2025, reflecting the government’s focused efforts to enhance connectivity and boost economic growth.

Additionally, the length of National High-Speed Corridors (HSC) has grown from just 93 km in 2014 to 2,474 km in 2025. Similarly, the length of four-lane and above highways has more than doubled, increasing from 18,278 km in 2014 to 45,947 km, ensuring smoother and faster transportation for commuters and goods.

India’s road network ranks as the second largest globally, with National Highways forming the backbone of the country’s transportation system. Development continues at a robust pace, with approximately 12,500 km of highways currently under construction under the National Highway (Original) scheme. 

Notably, Bharatmala Pariyojana has awarded 26,425 km of projects, with 18,926 km completed as of November 2024. The government has steadily increased the rate of highway construction, achieving significant milestones year after year. 

For instance, in 2020-21, construction peaked at 13,327 km, with a daily average of 36.5 km. In 2023-24, 12,349 km of highways were built, maintaining a robust pace of 33.83 km per day. From April to December 2024, 5,853 km of highways have been constructed.

The rapid expansion of the highway network is attributed to several flagship programs, including: