Hassan Member of Parliament Shreyas Patel has made a strong appeal for the immediate commencement of construction work on the long-awaited Beluru–Hassan National Highway-373 project. Despite receiving approval and having its tender awarded during the 2022–23 fiscal year, the crucial infrastructure project remains in a state of limbo.
Project Stalled Due to Administrative Hurdle
In a formal memorandum, Patel highlighted that the primary obstacle preventing the project's progress is the non-approval of the Revised Cost Estimate (RCE). This administrative delay has effectively halted all on-ground activities for a highway that promises significant developmental benefits for the region. The MP's intervention underscores the growing frustration over the gap between project sanction and physical execution.
Timeline and Current Status
The project's journey so far includes a clear milestone: it was approved and its tender awarded in the 2022–23 financial year. However, the need for a Revised Cost Estimate arose, likely due to changes in material costs, design modifications, or other unforeseen factors common in large-scale infrastructure ventures. Until the concerned authorities clear this revised financial plan, contractors cannot begin work, keeping the project pending indefinitely.
Regional Implications and Future Steps
The Beluru-Hassan NH-373 stretch is a vital piece of Karnataka's road network, intended to improve connectivity, reduce travel time, and boost economic activity in the Hassan district and surrounding areas. Patel's memorandum serves as an official push to break the bureaucratic logjam. The ball is now in the court of the relevant ministries and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to expedite the RCE approval and issue the work order.
The local populace and businesses are eagerly awaiting a green signal, as the highway's completion is expected to catalyze trade, tourism, and overall accessibility. The MP's proactive step, reported on December 04, 2025, brings this critical infrastructure delay back into the spotlight, demanding accountability and swift action from the executing agencies.
