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Gujarat's Botad-Salangpur-Barwala Road to Become Four-Lane for Rs 124 Crore

A key 22.5-kilometer road connecting Botad, Salangpur, and Barwala in Gujarat will be upgraded to a four-lane highway at an estimated cost exceeding Rs 124.40 crore. The project includes a dedicated footpath on the Botad-Salangpur section to improve safety for pedestrians, particularly devotees walking to the famous Kashtbhanjan Dev temple. The expansion was proposed after repeated representations to the Chief Minister, citing traffic congestion and accident risks on the existing narrow road. An additional bypass road around Salangpur will also be built to divert through traffic and reduce congestion near the temple area.

Key Points: Rs 124 Cr Four-Lane Road for Botad-Salangpur-Barwala in Gujarat

  • 22.5-km road upgrade
  • Dedicated footpath for pedestrian safety
  • Aimed at easing congestion for temple devotees
  • Includes a bypass around Salangpur
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Gujarat: Botad-Salangpur-Barwala road to get four lanes at Rs 124 cr​

A 22.5-km road in Gujarat's Botad district will be widened to four lanes with a footpath for temple devotees' safety at a cost of over Rs 124 crore.

"The existing narrow road has led to frequent traffic congestion and accidents - Umesh Makwana"

Gandhinagar/Botad, March 9 A 22.5-km stretch of road connecting Botad, Salangpur and Barwala will be widened into a four-lane road at an estimated cost of more than Rs 124.40 crore, Botad MLA Umesh Makwana said on Monday.​

According to the details, the Botad-Salangpur-Barwala road will be upgraded to four lanes and will include a dedicated footpath along the Botad-Salangpur section to improve pedestrian safety, particularly for devotees travelling to the Kashtbhanjan Dev temple in Salangpur.​

Large numbers of devotees from Botad city traditionally walk to the Kashtbhanjan Dev temple on Saturdays.​

"The existing narrow road has led to frequent traffic congestion and accidents in the past, creating safety concerns for pedestrians and motorists," Makwana claimed.​

Makwana said the road expansion was proposed after repeated representations to the Chief Minister, highlighting the risks faced by devotees and the need for improved connectivity to the temple.​

"The Botad-Salangpur-Barwala road of 22.5 km will now be constructed as a four-lane road at a cost of more than Rs 124.40 crore," he said.​

Salangpur is home to the widely visited Kashtbhanjan Dev temple and the BAPS Pramukh Swami memorial, both of which attract large numbers of visitors year-round.​

In addition to the four-lane project, a bypass road will be constructed around Salangpur to divert through traffic and reduce congestion near the temple area.​

Last week, Makwana raised a question in the Legislative Assembly seeking details on the condition of Gram Panchayat buildings in Botad district as of December 31, 2025, and the number of new buildings sanctioned in the past two years.​

In response, the minister informed the House that five Gram Panchayat buildings in Gadhada taluka were in a dilapidated condition, while none were reported in Botad, Barwala or Ranpur talukas.​

A total of 68 new Gram Panchayat buildings have been sanctioned in the last two years: 17 in Botad, 35 in Gadhada, 4 in Barwala, and 12 in Ranpur, at a cost of about Rs 6.14 crore, including offices for Talati-cum-Ministers.​

- IANS

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Priya S
Rs 124 crore for 22.5 km? That's roughly Rs 5.5 crore per km. While infrastructure is needed, I hope there is strict oversight on the tendering and construction quality. We've seen too many roads deteriorate within a year.
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Rohit P
The bypass around Salangpur is a smart move. The traffic near the temple is always chaotic. This will help both the devotees and the local residents. Hope they complete it on time!
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Michael C
Improving connectivity to religious and cultural sites while enhancing general infrastructure is a win-win. The footpath is a crucial safety feature often overlooked in Indian road projects.
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Shreya B
It's good they are also focusing on Gram Panchayat buildings. Rural administrative infrastructure is the backbone of development. 68 new buildings is a significant number. Overall, positive steps for Botad district.
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Karthik V
As someone who travels this route for business, the congestion is a real headache. A four-lane road will cut travel time significantly. Hope the contractor doesn't take forever to finish the work!

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