In a major boost for connectivity in the Northeast, the central government has approved a key road upgrade project to improve travel between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. The project involves upgrading a section of National Highway 115 (NH-115) from a standard two-lane road to a two-lane road with paved shoulders. This vital stretch runs from Islampur, close to the Dhola-Sadiya bridge, to the Border Outpost at Shantipur in Assam’s Tinsukia district.
The project, aimed at enhancing regional infrastructure, is expected to be completed by the financial year 2025-26. Once finished, the upgraded road will support better movement of both people and goods, making travel faster and safer.
Budget and timeline
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has allocated ₹50.43 crore for this initiative. This funding covers construction costs, agency charges, and other related expenses. The proposal for the project was submitted by the Chief Engineer (NH), PWD Assam, on February 5, 2025. Out of the total, ₹48.80 crore is earmarked for the financial year 2024-25, primarily for pre-construction activities.
The project will be executed under the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) model, ensuring high-quality standards and technical precision. The goal is not just to upgrade the road surface, but to provide a safer and more efficient route that meets modern transport needs.
Phased Planning
A well-thought-out financial plan ensures that the road will not only be built to high standards but also maintained properly. Of the total budget, ₹1.17 crore has been set aside for road upkeep between 2026 and 2029. This phased approach highlights the government’s commitment to long-term infrastructure sustainability.
Strategic Importance
NH-115 plays a vital role in connecting Assam and Arunachal Pradesh—two states with strategic, economic, and cultural importance in the Northeast. Given the region’s challenging terrain and frequent connectivity issues, this upgrade is a much-needed step forward.
The funding for this project will come from NH(O)-NE under Demand No. 86 of the Ministry’s budget for 2024-25, reflecting the government’s serious focus on Northeast development.
By strengthening NH-115, the government is not only improving roads but also investing in the future of the region—boosting mobility, safety, and economic growth across state borders.
The project, aimed at enhancing regional infrastructure, is expected to be completed by the financial year 2025-26. Once finished, the upgraded road will support better movement of both people and goods, making travel faster and safer.
Budget and timeline
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has allocated ₹50.43 crore for this initiative. This funding covers construction costs, agency charges, and other related expenses. The proposal for the project was submitted by the Chief Engineer (NH), PWD Assam, on February 5, 2025. Out of the total, ₹48.80 crore is earmarked for the financial year 2024-25, primarily for pre-construction activities.
The project will be executed under the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) model, ensuring high-quality standards and technical precision. The goal is not just to upgrade the road surface, but to provide a safer and more efficient route that meets modern transport needs.
Phased Planning
A well-thought-out financial plan ensures that the road will not only be built to high standards but also maintained properly. Of the total budget, ₹1.17 crore has been set aside for road upkeep between 2026 and 2029. This phased approach highlights the government’s commitment to long-term infrastructure sustainability.
Strategic Importance
NH-115 plays a vital role in connecting Assam and Arunachal Pradesh—two states with strategic, economic, and cultural importance in the Northeast. Given the region’s challenging terrain and frequent connectivity issues, this upgrade is a much-needed step forward.
The funding for this project will come from NH(O)-NE under Demand No. 86 of the Ministry’s budget for 2024-25, reflecting the government’s serious focus on Northeast development.
By strengthening NH-115, the government is not only improving roads but also investing in the future of the region—boosting mobility, safety, and economic growth across state borders.
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