Signal·Dehradun·Updated 2d ago

PIB Highlights Wildlife Conservation Design in Bhaniyawala–Jollygrant–Rishikesh Highway Project

A PIB release describes the Bhaniyawala–Jollygrant–Rishikesh four/six laning highway project as incorporating wildlife conservation measures into its design.

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Current Summary

The Press Information Bureau has published a release dated July 7 describing the Bhaniyawala–Jollygrant–Rishikesh four/six laning highway project, characterising it as a future-oriented highway built with wildlife conservation at its core. The project falls in the Dehradun district area, connecting Bhaniyawala, Jollygrant, and Rishikesh. The specific wildlife conservation measures involved, the implementing agency, the project cost, the current stage of construction, and the expected completion date have not been detailed in the available signal.

What We Know

PIB published a release on July 7 about the Bhaniyawala–Jollygrant–Rishikesh four/six laning highway project.
The release frames the project as designed for the future and built with wildlife conservation as a core principle.
The project corridor connects Bhaniyawala, Jollygrant, and Rishikesh in Dehradun district.

What Is Still Unclear

The specific wildlife conservation measures incorporated into the project design.
The implementing agency — likely NHAI or NHIDCL but not confirmed in available signal.
Project cost and funding source.
Current construction stage and expected completion date.
Whether any environmental clearances or wildlife corridor assessments have been completed.

What Changed

8 Jul, 07:40 am
Signal detected: PIB Highlights Wildlife Conservation Design in Bhaniyawala–Jollygrant–Rishikesh Highway Project

Background

Jollygrant is home to Dehradun's airport. The corridor passes through or near forest areas in the Doon Valley, making wildlife mitigation a relevant design consideration.