Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government has approved substantial funding for rural infrastructure, allocating nearly ₹477 crore for the repair and strengthening of 1,111 rural link roads and ₹1,242 crore for the operation and maintenance of rural piped drinking water schemes during the financial year 2026-27.
The State Agricultural Produce Market Council has released funds for road improvement projects covering approximately 1,714 kilometres across all 18 divisions of the state. The initiative is expected to improve rural connectivity, facilitate the transportation of agricultural produce to mandis and ease commuting for villagers.
Kanpur division has received ₹50.66 crore for 158 roads spanning 235.39 kilometres. Bareilly has been allocated ₹74.86 crore for 156 roads covering 225.15 kilometres, while Lucknow division has received ₹72.60 crore for 129 roads extending across 215.40 kilometres. Funding has also been released for projects in Jhansi, Agra, Prayagraj and other divisions.
Market Council Director Jitendra Pratap Singh said the government, under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, was prioritising pothole-free roads and improved road infrastructure. He emphasised that construction quality would be maintained and projects completed within stipulated timelines.
Separately, ₹1,242 crore has been sanctioned under the Jal Jeevan Mission to ensure the continued operation and maintenance of rural piped drinking water schemes in 2026-27. The allocation is intended to strengthen maintenance arrangements and help sustain water supplies to rural households.
Officials have been directed to follow prescribed financial rules and utilise the funds for their designated purposes. Together, the allocations aim to improve road connectivity and support the continued delivery of essential drinking water services across Uttar Pradesh.
