Chhattisgarh’s First Highway Tunnel Done in Just 12 Months

By Jony Shekhawat | Published Date : October 08, 2025

NHAI completes twin-tube tunnel on Raipur-Visakhapatnam Economic Corridor. Trade, transport, and travel for trucks, mini trucks, pickups, buses, 3-wheelers, and electric 3-wheelers to improve.

Big news for Chhattisgarh! NHAI finished the state’s first highway tunnel on the Raipur–Visakhapatnam road in just one year. This tunnel is part of a 464 km six-lane highway (NH-130CD) joining Raipur and Vizag. Now travel time will go down a lot, and transport, trade, and all will become easy between Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh.

Tunnel Location

Table Of Contents

1. Tunnel Location

2. NHAI’s Work

3. Economic Profit

4. Passengers' Benefits

5. Economic and Social Impact

The tunnel is built in the border area of Kanker and Kondagaon districts, under the hillside near Odisha. The left tunnel tube is done and will open for the public by March–April 2026. Work on the right tube is still going and will be finished by July–August 2026. When both tunnels open, vehicles of every type — big or small — can pass safely and quickly through the hill area.

NHAI’s Work

NHAI said that this 2.79 km twin-tube tunnel was made ready in only 12 months. They said it’s a big step for India’s road network. The tunnel will help trucks, mini trucks, pickups, electric trucks, and buses to move goods fast. Small transporters will save both time and fuel money.

Economic Profit

CM Vishnu Dev Sai said this project is a “historic step for strong Chhattisgarh.”
 He said, “Roads are the main power of growth. This tunnel will bring more business, tourism, and a better link between states.”

Now goods move quickly, so business and transport people from Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh will get more benefits.

Passengers' Benefits

Not only big trucks, buses, autos, and electric 3-wheelers will also go easily. The route through the hills is now safe, short, and uses less fuel. Everyone gets comfort on travel.

Economic and Social Impact

Chief Minister thanked Nitin Gadkari ji and the NHAI team for this work. He said this project shows PM Modi’s dream of a strong and developed India. Now all kinds of vehicles like trucks, mini trucks, buses, to electric ones can move smoothly and fast.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Commercial Vehicles

Q1. When will Chhattisgarh’s first highway tunnel open for traffic?

Ans. The left tube will open by March-April 2026, and the right tube is expected to be ready by July-August 2026.

Q2. How long is the tunnel and which highway is it on?

Ans. The tunnel is a 2.79 km twin-tube and part of the 464 km six-lane NH-130CD, connecting Raipur to Visakhapatnam.

Q3. Which states will benefit from this tunnel?

Ans. Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh will benefit in terms of trade, transport, and travel efficiency.

Q4. Which vehicles will benefit from the tunnel?

Ans. The tunnel will help trucks, mini trucks, pickups, electric trucks, buses, 3-wheelers, and electric 3-wheelers for faster and safer travel.

Q5. Who completed the tunnel and what is its significance?

Ans. NHAI completed the tunnel in just 12 months. It is a major milestone in India’s infrastructure and supports PM Modi’s vision of a developed India.

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