MSRDC Recipient of the SKOCH 2025 Distinction for the Samruddhi Mahamarg Project

The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) has been honoured with the prestigious SKOCH 2025 Award for their flagship project, the Hindu Hrudaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Maharashtra Samruddhi Mahamarg. The award was presented at the 100th SKOCH Summit held at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi.

The Hindu Hrudaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Maharashtra Samruddhi Mahamarg is a high-speed greenfield expressway that provides direct and efficient connectivity to 392 villages across 26 talukas in 10 districts of Maharashtra. The project has been instrumental in catalysing agricultural and industrial development in the Vidarbha and Marathwada regions.

The expressway, which is the state's longest, has significantly reduced travel time between Nagpur and Mumbai from 16-18 hours to just 7-8 hours. This has enhanced access to Mumbai and boosted the state's economy. Moreover, the project has created new growth opportunities for agro-based and manufacturing industries, contributing to a more prosperous Maharashtra.

Dr. Anilkumar Gaikwad, the Vice Chairman and Managing Director of MSRDC, received the award. He attributed the recognition to the dedication and hard work of Team MSRDC. Despite numerous challenges, the MSRDC successfully completed the project in record time.

The SKOCH Award, established in 2003, recognises outstanding contributions in governance, inclusive growth, technology excellence, corporate leadership, citizen service delivery, and capacity building. The award celebrates individuals, projects, and institutions that go the extra mile in making India a better nation.

The Hindu Hrudaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Maharashtra Samruddhi Mahamarg project was awarded before its construction. This is a testament to the foresight and vision of the MSRDC in undertaking such a transformative project.

The SKOCH 2025 Award for the construction of the Hindu Hrudaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Maharashtra Samruddhi Mahamarg is a significant milestone for the MSRDC and Maharashtra as a whole. The project has not only improved infrastructure but also fostered economic growth and development in the region.