Cabinet approves construction of 4-Lane Access-Controlled National Highway-927 from Barabanki to Bahraich (101.515 km) in Uttar Pradesh on Hybrid Annuity Mode at a cost of Rs.6969.04 crore

**Executive Summary** On March 18, 2026, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the construction of a 101.515 km 4-lane access-controlled section of National Highway-927 from Barabanki to Bahraich in Uttar Pradesh. The project, to be executed under the Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM) at a total cost of Rs. 6,969.04 crore, aims to address geometric deficiencies and reduce travel time to approximately one hour. This corridor is designed to improve road safety, stimulate regional socio-economic development, and enhance cross-border trade via the Nepalganj border. **Key Points / Main Content** **Project Specifications and Infrastructure** * **Scope:** Construction of a 101.515 km 4-lane access-controlled highway featuring continuous service roads. * **Bypasses:** Includes 48.28 km of bypasses to avoid major habitations and reduce congestion in built-up areas. * **Safety and Efficiency:** Designed to eliminate sharp curves and geometric deficiencies, improving fuel efficiency and vehicle operating costs. * **Traffic Projections:** Estimated Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT) for FY-28 is 28,557 Passenger Car Units (PCU) for Package-1 and 21,270 PCU for Package-2. **Financial Details** * **Total Capital Cost:** Rs. 6,969.04 crore. * **Civil Cost:** Rs. 3,485.49 crore. * **Land Acquisition Cost:** Rs. 1,574.85 crore. * **Implementation Mode:** Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM). **Connectivity and Integration** * **Major Road Links:** Connects National Highways NH-27, NH-330B, and NH-730, along with State Highways SH-13 and SH-30B. * **Multimodal Nodes:** Links to Lucknow and Shravasti airports, 10 railway stations (including Barabanki and Bahraich), and the Rupaidiha Land Port. * **Strategic Trade:** Establishes a vital transit corridor between India and Nepal via the Nepalganj border. * **Economic Nodes:** Provides access to one Special Economic Zone (SEZ) and two Mega Food Parks. **Socio-Economic Impact** * **Employment:** Potential to generate 36.54 lakh direct person-days and 43.04 lakh indirect person-days of employment. * **Regional Development:** Supports PM GatiShakti nodes and enhances connectivity for the "Aspirational Districts" of Bahraich and Shravasti. **Impact Analysis** **Commuters and Passengers** **Impact** Travelers will experience significantly reduced travel times (down to one hour) and improved road safety due to the bypasses and access-controlled design. **Action Required** Utilize the upgraded 4-lane corridor and service roads for faster regional mobility between Barabanki and Bahraich. **Trade and Logistics Industry** **Impact** Enhanced multi-modal integration with land ports and airports will facilitate faster movement of goods, particularly for cross-border commerce with Nepal. **Action Required** Leverage the improved connectivity to the Rupaidiha Land Port and 12 designated logistics nodes to optimize supply chains and agri-trade. **Local Workforce and Economy** **Impact** The project will create substantial employment opportunities (nearly 80 lakh total person-days) and stimulate investment in tourism and regional industries. **Action Required** Engage with direct and indirect employment opportunities generated during the construction and operational phases of the highway. **Government and Infrastructure Authorities** **Impact** The project fulfills strategic goals under PM GatiShakti and addresses critical infrastructure gaps in remote districts. **Action Required** Oversee the construction under the Hybrid Annuity Mode and manage the land acquisition process as budgeted.

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