Argus News - Ring Road Project: Sambalpur Bypass NH Work to Begin in January

Sambalpur, Oct 22: The long-awaited Sambalpur Bypass National Highway (Ring Road) construction work is set to begin in the first week of January 2026, with the Government of India approving a budget of ₹1521.19 crore for the project.

The bypass aims to ease traffic congestion and reduce accidents in and around Sambalpur city.

The 35.384 km four-lane ring road will connect key national and state highways, including Bargarh–Sambalpur NH-53, Sambalpur–Sonepur SH-15, Sambalpur–Cuttack NH-55, Sambalpur–Kolkata NH-53, and Sambalpur–Rourkela SH-10.

The road will begin from Kalamati on NH-53 and end at Pardhiapali on SH-10, forming a strategic loop around the city.

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With land acquisition, forest department clearance, and survey work completed, the project is ready for execution. The bypass will divert heavy vehicles coming from Bargarh, Sonepur, Angul, Deogarh, and Jharsuguda, preventing them from entering the city and thereby reducing traffic pressure and road mishaps.

The bypass is expected to be a major boost for trade and transport in the region, saving up to two hours of travel time for commuters and cargo movement.

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has reviewed the project multiple times during his visits to Sambalpur and emphasized its importance for regional development.

The construction is scheduled to be completed within two years, marking a significant milestone in Odisha’s infrastructure expansion.