The central government has flagged off the extension of the Hyderabad-Vijayawada National Highway, a six-lane road from LB Nagar to Malkapur, and a six-lane service road on both sides, besides underpasses at nine places.

The central government had agreed to provide funds for the project. After the construction of these roads, the drivers will be able to travel on the National Highway from LB Nagar without any hassle.

The 25-km road from LB Nagar to Malkapur on the Hyderabad-Vijayawada National Highway has not been widened. It is eight lanes in some places, six lanes in others, and four lanes in other places.

There are many traffic signals from LB Nagar to the metropolitan border and people in colonies and villages have to cross the national highway, causing traffic problems.

In this context, the officials of the State Roads and Buildings Department approved expansion proposals worth Rs 545 crore. R&B officials are preparing to invite tenders soon.