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NHAI fast-tracks alignment identification for 35 km-long Mangaluru Bypass
NHAI has appointed M/S L.N. Malviya Infra Projects Pvt. Ltd. as the DPR consultant for the 35 km Mangaluru Bypass. Alignment identification is underway. An internal appraisal committee approved a six-lane highway with a 1.52 km flyover between KIOCL Junction and Baikampady on NH 66, and the proposal has been sent to MoRTH for Standing Finance Committee approval.
Why It Matters
This progression marks steps in developing the Mangaluru Bypass, which could influence regional traffic flow and infrastructure planning. It also shows the process of project approvals and inter-ministerial consideration for the bypass.
Timeline
3 Events
Proposal sent to MoRTH for Standing Finance Committee approval
April 26, 2026
The proposal has been sent to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways for Standing Finance Committee approval.
Internal Appraisal Committee approves bypass proposal
April 26, 2026
An internal appraisal committee of NHAI approved a proposal to construct a six-lane highway, including a 1.52 km flyover, between KIOCL Junction and Baikampady on NH 66.
DPR consultant appointed and alignment identification under progress
April 26, 2026
NHAI appointed M/S L.N. Malviya Infra Projects Pvt. Ltd. to prepare the detailed project report (DPR) for the proposed 35 km Mangaluru Bypass, with alignment identification now under progress.