Highways Being Built Away From Densely Populated Areas, Minimizing Disruption to Existing Routes
Dr. Deepak Rai, Research Writer & Journalist
Bhopal, 29 October 2025 Youth Update
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| Greenfield Highways in Madhya Pradesh. Bharat Yadav IAS |
Roads are the backbone of any country or state's economic, social, and cultural development. Roads strengthen the movement of people, goods, industry, agriculture, education, healthcare, and social sector connectivity. Roads are the pivotal factor in creating new employment opportunities and improving the living standards of rural populations. A state with good roads creates a new story of prosperity. Consequently, Madhya Pradesh, home to a rich agricultural and cultural heritage, is making significant progress in building road infrastructure. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, the Madhya Pradesh Road Development Corporation (MPRDC) is implementing numerous road projects across the state to improve connectivity and reduce travel time. New Greenfield Highway projects are targeted to boost economic activity. The state is poised to develop its first access-controlled Greenfield Highways. Two 4-lane corridors are being constructed, with provisions for future expansion, modern safety features, and a smart traffic management system. The MPRDC has initiated a series of Greenfield Highway projects that will transform travel across the state. Key projects include the Ujjain-Jawar Greenfield Highway, a 98.7-kilometer-long, four-lane corridor. Similarly, the Indore-Ujjain Greenfield Highway, a 48-kilometer-long highway, will reduce travel time between two of Madhya Pradesh's busiest cities. Ujjain, the cultural and spiritual capital, will witness the Simhastha Kumbh in 2028, so both these Greenfield Highways will be of particular importance. The Indore-Ujjain and Ujjain-Jawar sections are expected to decongest the city and reduce travel time ahead of Simhastha. MPRDC Managing Director, IAS Bharat Yadav (2008 batch), is known for his results-oriented approach and ability to successfully steer infrastructure projects from planning to implementation. He explains, "The Greenfield Highway will adopt environmentally friendly practices and sustainable construction methods, including the use of high-quality materials such as Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC), glass fiber, geopolymer, and cold mix technology. The aim is to achieve zero-carbon emissions projects. Bharat Yadav further adds, "Our focus will be on promoting green energy during both construction and operation." It's important to understand what Greenfield Highways are? Unlike conventional road upgrades, these are built on new routes, away from densely populated areas to minimize disruption to existing routes. This highway ensures faster implementation, modern design standards, and improved connectivity for both logistics and passenger traffic. Greenfield highway construction will provide safe, sustainable road infrastructure, benefit rural populations, and ensure high-quality services through advanced technologies. MPRDC also plans to utilize innovations, including automated guided machinery, pre-cast technology, road master plans, RAMS, digital project management platforms, and IRC/IBC standards, to enhance road safety and quality. The MPRDC is also implementing several innovations in road construction. The construction of the 9.1-kilometer-long Raisen-Rahatgarh elevated road over the dam's backwaters is an engineering feat that will serve as a vital transportation link and a scenic route for travelers. Surrounded by water and lush greenery, this elevated bridge not only ensures seamless connectivity but is also expected to become a weekend destination for nature lovers who want to enjoy driving through a picturesque waterway. Advanced planning and monitoring technologies, such as the GIS-based Road Asset Management System (RAMS) and Integrated Project Management System (IPMS), are being used to ensure real-time data collection, transparency, and efficient resource utilization. Sustainability remains a key focus, with low-carbon construction practices and environmentally conscious designs reducing emissions and increasing road durability. These projects, being implemented under Dr. Mohan Yadav's government, are expected to have a multiplier effect on Madhya Pradesh's economy. This will not only provide better connectivity but also strengthen industrial corridors, facilitate agricultural transportation, promote tourism and attract investment. Currently, the government is constructing several roads in the Indore and Ujjain regions, and some reconstruction work is underway. Road overbridges are being built at several locations, and roads in the Indore and Ujjain regions, along with the entire state, are being developed to connect them to major markets across the country. This will strengthen the farmers here by connecting them to national markets. These Greenfield Highways will usher in a new era of highways, connectivity and sustainability in the state, including the commercial capital Indore, the spiritual and cultural city of Emperor Vikramaditya Ujjain, and the entire state. Furthermore, in the state capital Bhopal, keeping in mind the ever-increasing traffic and future requirements, the MPRDC is planning several ambitious projects to further strengthen the city's road infrastructure.
"The Greenfield Highway will adopt environmentally friendly practices and sustainable construction methods, including the use of high-quality materials such as Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC), glass fiber, geopolymer, and cold mix technology. The aim is to achieve zero-carbon emissions projects. Our focus will be on promoting green energy during both construction and operation."
- Bharat Yadav, MD, MPRDC
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