Date: 2026-05-10Category: Press ReleaseState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan launches PMGSY-IV from Bhairunda (Sehore), announces major development package worth thousands of crores for Madhya Pradesh
**Executive Summary**
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched PMGSY-IV on May 10, 2026, marking 25 years of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana. The launch included the announcement of a massive development package for Madhya Pradesh, featuring ₹1,763.08 crore for rural roads, ₹2,055 crore for rural housing (PMAY-G), and ₹261.81 crore for PM-JANMAN projects. Key focus areas include rural connectivity, housing for the poor, women’s economic empowerment, and fair procurement for farmers.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Rural Road Infrastructure (PMGSY-IV & PM-JANMAN)**
* Approval granted for 973 roads in Madhya Pradesh totaling 2,117.52 km, estimated to benefit 987 habitations.
* Allocation of over ₹500 crore for 259 roads (600.393 km) specifically in the Vidisha parliamentary region.
* PM-JANMAN road projects covering 384.34 km approved for backward and underserved regions at a cost of ₹261.81 crore.
* Madhya Pradesh received an indicative allocation of ₹830 crore for PMGSY for the 2026-27 financial year.
* **Rural Housing (PMAY-G)**
* A "mother sanction" of ₹2,055 crore handed over to the Madhya Pradesh government to provide permanent houses.
* A commitment to conduct fresh surveys and physical verifications to ensure no eligible poor family is left without a home.
* **Women and Farmer Welfare**
* Acceleration of the "Lakhpati Didi" campaign via self-help groups to promote financial independence for women.
* Assurance of non-discriminatory wheat procurement and completion of pending farmer verification processes.
* Development of farmer-friendly land acquisition mechanisms to ensure fair benefits and compensation.
* **National Performance Recognition (25 Years of PMGSY)**
* **Road Length:** Madhya Pradesh ranked first among large states (90,766 km); Assam led among North-Eastern/Hill states.
* **Habitation Connectivity:** Bihar ranked first for connecting the highest number of habitations (31,287).
* **Green Technology:** Gujarat (98.42%) and Uttarakhand (75%) led in the utilization of green technology for road construction.
* **Quality Control:** Madhya Pradesh and a joint group (Andaman and Nicobar, Ladakh, Puducherry) secured top positions for quality control systems.
**Impact Analysis**
**Rural Residents and Underserved Habitations**
**Impact**
Thousands of residents across 987 habitations in Madhya Pradesh and 168 backward regions will gain improved access to healthcare, education, markets, and employment through enhanced road connectivity.
**Action Required**
Local communities should coordinate with regional representatives to highlight specific local road demands that meet PMGSY criteria.
**Poor and Homeless Families**
**Impact**
Eligible families in Madhya Pradesh will transition from temporary shelters to permanent housing supported by a ₹2,055 crore fund.
**Action Required**
Potential beneficiaries must participate in fresh surveys and undergo physical verification processes conducted by the government.
**Rural Women**
**Impact**
Women will see increased opportunities for income generation and self-reliance through the expansion of self-help group initiatives.
**Action Required**
Eligible women are encouraged to join or form self-help groups to benefit from the Lakhpati Didi campaign's acceleration.
**Farmers**
**Impact**
Farmers are promised a fairer procurement process for wheat and more equitable land acquisition compensation.
**Action Required**
Farmers must ensure they complete pending verification processes to facilitate the smooth procurement of their produce.
**State Governments and Administration**
**Impact**
State governments are incentivized to maintain high standards in road construction and maintenance, following the recognition of top-performing states.
**Action Required**
State officials must ensure the timely execution of newly approved projects and maintain rigorous quality control as per PMGSY-IV standards.
Key Entities Referenced
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-IV (PMGSY-IV): A new phase of the national rural road scheme launched to expand durable, technology-driven connectivity infrastructure across India.
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G): A central government housing scheme aimed at providing permanent houses to eligible poor families in rural areas.
Ministry of Rural Development: The primary union ministry responsible for the implementation and oversight of major rural infrastructure and welfare programs.
PM-JANMAN: An initiative focused on developing infrastructure, particularly road projects, in backward and underserved regions.
Madhya Pradesh: The central state where PMGSY-IV was launched and the primary recipient of the multi-crore development packages announced.
Ministry of Rural Development
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan
launches PMGSY-IV from Bhairunda (Sehore),
announces major development package worth
thousands of crores for Madhya Pradesh
In the presence of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, Shri
Shivraj Singh hands over PMGSY-IV approvals worth ₹1,763
crore, PM-JANMAN projects worth ₹261.81 crore and PMAY-
G sanctions worth ₹2,055 crore
Shri Shivraj Singh says all roads in Madhya Pradesh meeting
PMGSY criteria will be approved; concrete decisions to be
taken on regional demands
Dr. Mohan Yadav assures approval of development demands
from the region, says every effort will be made to fulfil them
Big message from Shri Shivraj Singh in Bhairunda: “Village
roads are the backbone of prosperity, while housing for the
poor and income for women remain the government’s
priority”
Posted On: 10 MAY 2026 6:18PM by PIB Delhi
Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh
Chouhan on Sunday launched PMGSY-IV during the silver jubilee celebrations marking 25 years of the
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) in Bhairunda of Madhya Pradesh’s Sehore district and
announced a series of major projects and financial allocations related to rural roads, housing and
development for the state.
The event, organised by the Union Ministry of Rural Development, was attended by Madhya Pradesh
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications Dr
Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, Union Minister of State for Rural Development Shri Kamlesh Paswan,
Madhya Pradesh Minister Shri Karan Singh Verma, legislators and senior officials of the Centre and the
state government.Launching PMGSY-IV, Shri Chouhan said village roads are not merely pathways for transportation but
gateways to prosperity, dignity, education, healthcare, markets and opportunities. In the presence of Chief
Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, the Union Minister said that the Central Government under the leadership of
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is committed to bringing visible and concrete changes in the lives of
villages, the poor, farmers and women.
Praising Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi during his address, Shri Chouhan said India under PM
Modi’s leadership is rapidly progressing towards becoming a prosperous, glorious, self-reliant, developed
and economically strong nation. He said the government’s rural development initiatives are focused on
ensuring that the benefits of growth reach the last person in the queue.
During the programme, Madhya Pradesh received approval under PMGSY-IV for 973 roads with a total
length of 2,117.52 kilometres at a total estimated cost of ₹1,763.08 crore. These projects are expected to
benefit 987 habitations across the state and significantly strengthen rural connectivity.The Vidisha parliamentary region separately received approval for 259 roads covering a total length of
600.393 kilometres. These roads are expected to benefit 264 habitations and improve transportation and
connectivity across the region.
Shri Chouhan said roads worth more than ₹500 crore would be constructed in the Vidisha parliamentary
constituency. He stressed that his priority is to ensure that no village remains deprived of road
connectivity.
He also made it clear that all roads in Madhya Pradesh that meet the norms and criteria laid down under
PMGSY would be approved. Referring to regional development demands raised by public representatives
and local residents, Shri Chouhan assured that practical and concrete decisions would be taken after due
consideration.
Under the PM-JANMAN initiative, road projects covering 384.34 kilometres received approval worth
₹261.81 crore. These projects are expected to benefit 168 habitations, particularly in backward and
underserved regions.Alongside these allocations, Madhya Pradesh also received ₹830 crore out of the total indicative
allocation of ₹18,907 crore announced for PMGSY for the financial year 2026-27. Shri Chouhan
described the allocation as a major step towards accelerating the pace of development in Madhya Pradesh
and strengthening rural infrastructure.
Handing over a mother sanction worth ₹2,055 crore to Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav under the
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G), Shri Chouhan said the government remains committed
to ensuring that no poor family is left without a permanent house.
He said eligible families identified through a fresh survey would undergo physical verification and receive
benefits under the housing scheme so that poor families are not deprived of permanent housing facilities.
He added that the government is committed to turning the dream of a permanent roof for poor families
into reality.
Emphasising women’s economic empowerment, Shri Chouhan said the Lakhpati Didi campaign would be
accelerated further through self-help groups across the state and country. He said that with the resolve of
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the commitment of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, the
government would leave no stone unturned in ensuring that women are connected with income generation,
dignity, financial independence and self-reliance.
Speaking on issues concerning farmers, the Union Agriculture Minister said no eligible farmer would face
injustice during wheat procurement operations. He said pending verification processes would be
completed and procurement of farmers’ produce would be ensured without discrimination. He also said
that efforts are underway to develop a more beneficial and farmer-friendly mechanism in matters related to
land acquisition so that farmers receive fair and adequate benefits.
Speaking in an emotional tone, Shri Chouhan said that as long as he lives, he would leave no stone
unturned in serving the people and ensuring the development of the region.
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav also praised Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan during the programme and
felicitated him publicly. He said the Madhya Pradesh government is working in close coordination with
the Government of India, and remains committed to fulfilling practical demands raised by the public and
elected representatives. Dr. Yadav said no effort would be spared in ensuring that developmental needs and
aspirations from the region are addressed effectively.During the programme, Shri Chouhan also gave positive indications regarding several important regional
demands. On issues including the supply of Narmada water to remaining villages, approval of local roads,
distribution of land leases, establishment of educational institutions, development of facilities around
temple areas and irrigation projects, both Shri Chouhan and Dr. Mohan Yadav projected a coordinated and
supportive approach.
Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications Dr Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani said
PMGSY has transformed the development journey of rural India over the last 25 years. He said improved
road connectivity is not merely a means of transportation but a strong foundation for ensuring access to
education, healthcare, employment opportunities, markets and social empowerment in villages.
Dr Pemmasani said the government under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is
committed to creating modern, durable and future-oriented infrastructure in rural areas. He expressed
confidence that PMGSY-IV would improve connectivity in remote and backward regions, strengthen the
rural economy and bring positive changes in the quality of life of people living in villages.
Large states honoured for outstanding performance
During the programme, large states that demonstrated outstanding performance under the Pradhan Mantri
Gram Sadak Yojana over the last 25 years were honoured in various categories.
In the category of highest road length completed under PMGSY, Madhya Pradesh secured first place with
90,766 kilometres of roads completed. Rajasthan secured second place with 75,868 kilometres, while
Uttar Pradesh secured third place with 75,695 kilometres.
In the category of connecting the highest number of habitations, Bihar secured first place with 31,287
habitations connected under the scheme. Madhya Pradesh secured second place with 17,493 habitations,
while Odisha secured third place with 16,990 habitations.
For maximum use of green technology in rural road construction, Gujarat with 98.42% utilisation secured
first place, followed closely by Tamil Nadu with 98.39% and Haryana with 97.92%.
For outstanding performance in maintenance of rural roads, Uttar Pradesh was honoured for expenditure
of ₹654 crore, Bihar for ₹553 crore and West Bengal for ₹497.62 crore.
In the category of excellence in quality control mechanisms, Madhya Pradesh secured first position,
Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu jointly secured second position and Gujarat secured third place.
For maintenance of rural roads after the defect liability period, Madhya Pradesh with ₹1,044 crore secured
first place, followed by Chhattisgarh with ₹490 crore and Uttar Pradesh with ₹284 crore.
North-Eastern, hill states and Union Territories also honoured
In the category of North-Eastern states, hill states and Union Territories, Assam was honoured for
completing the highest road length with 32,169 kilometres. Himachal Pradesh secured second place with
23,081 kilometres, while Uttarakhand secured third place with 21,874 kilometres.
For connecting the highest number of habitations, Assam secured first place with 13,720 habitations
connected, followed by Himachal Pradesh with 2,556 and Odisha with 2,132.
For maximum use of green technology, Uttarakhand with 75% utilisation was honoured, followed by
Assam with 74% and Meghalaya with 71%.
For outstanding performance in maintenance of rural roads, Assam secured first place with expenditure of
₹357 crore, Uttarakhand with ₹151 crore secured second place and Jammu and Kashmir with ₹132 crore
secured third place.In the category of excellence in quality control systems, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Ladakh and
Puducherry jointly secured first place. Sikkim secured second place, while Tripura secured third place.
The programme marked both the completion of 25 years of PMGSY and the formal beginning of PMGSY-
IV, with the government projecting it as a major step towards expanding durable, technology-driven and
future-ready rural connectivity infrastructure across the country.
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