Bharatiya Janata Party · Lok Sabha General Election 2024
Last updated 4 Jun 2026
“We will extend the PM Gram Sadak Yojana to the remotest areas where there are settlements to ensure improved connectivity and access to healthcare, education, government services and markets.”
The pledge is being delivered through PMGSY Phase IV, approved by the Cabinet in September 2024 with an outlay of Rs 70,125 crore (FY2024-25 to 2028-29) to provide all-weather connectivity to 25,000 unconnected habitations via about 62,500 km of roads, with eligibility extended to smaller habitations in hill, north-eastern, tribal, aspirational-district and desert areas. Cumulatively, PMGSY has sanctioned over 8.25 lakh km of rural roads with about 7.87 lakh km completed (around 95 per cent) as of December 2025. The extension to remoter areas is in active delivery. Partial (strong action).
Cabinet approves PMGSY-IV (Rs 70,125 crore) to connect 25,000 unconnected habitations via ~62,500 km of all-weather roads (FY2024-25 to 2028-29).
View sourceWe will partner with neighbouring countries to strategically manage the Himalayan rivers. Our focus will be on holistic measures to mitigate the devastating effects of floods and harnessing hydroelectric power to generate affordable electricity.
We will continue to strengthen Bharat’s coastline by developing a resilient infrastructure, and prepare a master plan keeping in mind the special needs of coastal areas and ensuring all facilities.
We will transform our islands into premier global tourism destinations by developing world-class beach resorts, marine adventure activities, and robust coastal infrastructure, while preserving local ecosystems and promoting sustainable tourism.
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