Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia visited the Western Bypass project in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, emphasizing its significance in enhancing the city’s infrastructure and connectivity. He reviewed the project’s progress with officials from the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and emphasized the importance of timely completion with high-quality standards.
Scindia highlighted that the 29-km-long Western bypass, sanctioned in 2025 at a cost of Rs 1,347 crore, will play a crucial role in expanding Gwalior’s development towards its western region. He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari for approving the project, stating that it will bring new speed and connectivity to the city.
The Western bypass project aims to connect the Gwalior–Agra Expressway spanning 88 km and will eventually link to the Shivpuri Expressway, enhancing regional transport links. Scindia mentioned that under the leadership of PM Modi, the Gwalior-Chambal region’s development has gained momentum, with the project expected to significantly reduce travel time in the area.
Projects worth approximately Rs 6,500 crore are currently underway in Gwalior, including an elevated road worth Rs 1,400 crore and a six-lane Agra–Gwalior expressway costing Rs 5,000 crore. Scindia expressed that these initiatives will modernize Gwalior’s infrastructure and enhance its capabilities, further mentioning plans for airport and railway station expansions, along with a proposed international cricket stadium worth Rs 300 crore.
Scindia also highlighted that the Western bypass project, featuring three entry-exit points and 13 underpasses to address environmental concerns, will aid in bringing rural areas into the mainstream of development. Gwalior is being developed as a counter-magnet city to Delhi, with the bypass expected to contribute to this transformation.
