Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway will be fully completed within two years, with 75-80% of the ₹1.10 lakh crore project already finished.

During a visit to Kota, he highlighted progress on the expressway and revealed plans for additional infrastructure projects, including a 10-km Mukundara Bypass costing ₹551 crore and a 21-km greenfield spur connecting Kota to the expressway at ₹1,000 crore.Gadkari also mentioned the Centre's plan for a ₹15,000-crore Atal Express Highway from Kota to Etawah along the Chambal River.

He emphasized that improved infrastructure would drive economic growth by attracting industries, logistics parks, and educational institutions to underdeveloped tribal regions.The minister quoted former US President John F.Kennedy to stress the role of quality roads in fostering investment and reducing poverty.Additionally, he praised Rajasthan's development under Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, noting advancements in irrigation and infrastructure.The government is also utilizing municipal waste in road construction and promoting bio-bitumen from crop residue.