Ceigall India Begins ₹1,305 Crore Varanasi–Ranchi–Kolkata Greenfield Highway Package-12 Project After NHAI Appointed Date
Ceigall India Limited has achieved another major milestone as the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) declared the Appointed Date for the Varanasi–Ranchi–Kolkata (VRK) Greenfield Highway Package-12 Project. With the Appointed Date effective from 06 July 2026, construction activities for the project can now officially begin.
The project will be executed under the Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM) and carries a contract value of ₹1,305 Crore, further strengthening Ceigall India’s position as one of the country’s leading highway infrastructure developers.
Project Overview
- Project: 6-Lane Varanasi–Ranchi–Kolkata Greenfield Highway (Package-12)
- Client: National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
- Project Location: Jharkhand
- Execution Model: Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM)
- Project Cost: ₹1,305 Crore
- Appointed Date: 06 July 2026
Project Highlights
- Construction of a 6-lane Greenfield Highway under the Varanasi–Ranchi–Kolkata Corridor.
- Executed under the Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM).
- Official commencement of construction following the declaration of the Appointed Date.
- Expected to improve regional connectivity and strengthen India’s national highway network.
- The project will support faster transportation, improved logistics, and regional economic growth.
Importance of the Appointed Date
In HAM projects, the Appointed Date marks the official start of the construction period. It authorizes the contractor to begin project execution and activates the contractual timeline for completion.
For Ceigall India Limited, this milestone reflects the company’s strong execution capabilities and continued partnership with NHAI in delivering large-scale highway infrastructure projects across India.
About Ceigall India Limited
Ceigall India Limited is one of India’s leading infrastructure companies with expertise in:
- National Highway Projects
- Expressways
- Bridges & Flyovers
- Elevated Corridors
- Road Infrastructure
- EPC Projects
- HAM Projects
The company has successfully delivered several major infrastructure projects and continues to contribute to India’s transportation and connectivity development.
Company’s Commitment
Ceigall India Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering the project with the highest standards of:
- Quality
- Safety
- Innovation
- Timely Execution
The company also acknowledged the continued support of NHAI, project stakeholders, business partners, and its workforce in achieving this important milestone.
Conclusion
The declaration of the Appointed Date on 06 July 2026 marks the official commencement of the ₹1,305 Crore Varanasi–Ranchi–Kolkata Greenfield Highway Package-12 Project. Once completed, the project is expected to enhance regional connectivity, improve logistics efficiency, and contribute significantly to India’s expanding highway infrastructure network, reinforcing Ceigall India Limited’s leadership in the infrastructure sector.
