India Launches $15 Billion Mumbai-Nagpur Expressway Expansion Project

India has officially launched a $15 billion expansion of the Mumbai-Nagpur Expressway, aiming to boost connectivity between Maharashtra’s two major cities. The project, announced on March 22, 2026, will widen the existing 700-kilometer highway to six lanes, reducing travel time by nearly 40%, according to The Hindu. The expansion is expected to enhance trade and logistics efficiency, supporting the region’s economic growth. Construction will begin immediately, with completion targeted by 2030. The initiative is part of India’s broader infrastructure push to modernize key transport corridors and improve regional integration.