NHAI Opens Bidding for ₹11,537-Crore Amaravati Outer Ring Road

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has invited bids for the construction of the Amaravati Outer Ring Road, a six-lane access-controlled highway estimated to cost ₹11,537 crore. The project, to be developed under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM), is divided into four packages. Interested bidders must submit their proposals by November 18, 2026.

The Hybrid Annuity Model, under which the government and private developer share the project cost and revenue risks, has been increasingly used to attract private investment in highway projects. The Amaravati Outer Ring Road is expected to ease traffic congestion, improve connectivity to the capital region, and boost economic development in Andhra Pradesh. NHAI has not yet disclosed the specific alignment or length of the road.

The project is part of the government's broader push to enhance infrastructure and attract investment in the region. Successful completion could spur real estate, trade, and industrial growth around Amaravati. The bidding outcome will be closely watched by infrastructure firms and investors, with the deadline set for November 18.