Karnataka
Tumakuru; Mangaluru; Bengaluru, Mysuru; Narasapura Industrial Area (Kolar) and Bidadi Industrial Areas and Tourist places such as Hampi, Badami, Belur, Coorge, Aihole, Pattakadal and Mysuru etc. Bandipur and Nagrahole National Parks
Hampi Expressways Private Limited.
Four laning of Hospet-Chitradurga Section of NH-13 (New –NH-50) From Km.299+000 to Km.419+180 in the state of Karnataka Under National Highways Development Project (NHDP) Phase III on DBFOT (TOLL) Basis.
The project involves the four-laning of the Hospet– Chitradurga section of National Highway NH-50 (formerly NH-13) in Karnataka. This highway serves as a critical feeder corridor connecting North Karnataka with major industrial and commercial centres across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. Owing to its strong linkage with the following mentioned multiple industrial hubs across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, the Project Highway will retain substantial freight traffic, thereby ensuring continued toll revenue stability with only marginal diversion impact.
It also provides vital road connectivity across the districts of Vijayanagara, Davanagere, and Chitradurga, linking the Hospet region, located near the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi, with Chitradurga.
The project plays a significant role in enhancing regional connectivity, facilitating passenger mobility and commercial transportation, and supporting tourism and economic development. The Hospet region is particularly important for its proximity to Hampi, renowned for its historic monuments, temples, and archaeological heritage associated with the erstwhile Vijayanagara Empire.
The strong linkage with diversified industrial hubs across three states Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala) ensures robust freight movement, making the corridor a high-potential, revenue-generating asset with long-term sustainability and growth prospects.
Contract And Concession Details
| Client / Authority | National Highways Authority of India |
| Project Model | BOT (Toll) |
| Concession / Contract Period | 25 Years (including Construction Period). |
| Letter of Award Date | 31 August 2015 |
| Agreement Date | 10 August 2015 |
| Appointed Date | 18 February 2016 |
| Scheduled Completion Date | 16 August 2018 |
| PCOD / COD / Completion Date | PCOD I - 108.446 Km. on dated 18 February 2020 PCOD II - 11.224 Km. on dated 06 May 2021 Completion Certificate (CC) – for 119.670 Km. on dated 16.06.2026. The CC proposal for balance 510m is under review at NHAI /IE |
| Project Cost | Rs.1388 Cr |
| EPC Contractor | L & T Construction Ltd. |
| Independent Engineer (IE) | M/s MSV International Inc., in Association with Sri Infotech |
| OMT Contractor | M/s Egis Road Operation India Pvt. Ltd. Haryana |
Cities / Industrial Areas Connected / Tourist Spots
The Hospet–Chitradurga Section of NH-50 will continue to play a critical role in regional and inter-state industrial connectivity. Owing to its strong linkage with the following mentioned multiple industrial hubs across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, the Project Highway will retain substantial freight traffic, thereby ensuring continued toll revenue stability.
Tamil Nadu
Hosur; Coimbatore & Tiruppur; Salem & Dharmapuri; Tiruchirappalli (Trichy); Thoothukudi and Ranipet & Vellore and the Tourist places Madurai, Mahabalipuram, Kanayakumai, Thanjavur, Rameshwaram, Ooty and Kodiakanal etc.
Kerala
Ernakulam (Kochi); Palakkad: Thrissur; Kollam; Kannur and Thiruvananthapuram and the Tourist places such as Munnar, Allepey, Wanayad, Varkala, Thekaddy, Cochi / Cochin, Athirapilly & Kovalam etc.
Airport
Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru and Hubli Airport, Hubbali.
Railway Station
Hosapete Junction, Davangere Railway Station and Chitradurga Railway Station
Port
New Mangalore Port, Mangaluru
Engineering Features
Major Bridges2 Bridges
Minor Bridges53 Bridges
Flyovers / Viaducts0 Flyovers / Viaducts
ROB / RUB01 ROB / 01 RUB
Culverts287 Culverts
Wayside Amenities0 Flyovers / Viaducts
Lighting09 High mast / 22.68Kms street lighting coverage
ITS / ATMS Features08 CCTV, 06 VMS, 112 emergency call boxes,01 MET
Underpasses10 VUP / 06 LVUP /09 PUP / 174 CUP counts
Toll Plaza 1Thimmalapura Toll Plaza (10+2) Km. 320+000 (New Km. 441+000)- Toll Plaza 2Kanankatte Toll Plaza (10+2) Km 383+200 (New Km. 504+200)
Other Unique FeaturesThe Hospet–Chitradurga section of NH-50 incorporates modern highway engineering practices and road safety infrastructure to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable highway operations. Key features include a divided carriageway with paved shoulders, traffic signage, pavement markings, metal beam crash barriers, and designated grade-separated structures to facilitate safe and efficient traffic movement.
The project comprises various highway structures, including vehicular underpasses, pedestrian underpasses, cattle underpasses, and a railway overbridge, facilitating local connectivity and the safe movement of vehicles, pedestrians, and livestock. Regular pavement maintenance, upkeep of roadside infrastructure, highway illumination, and incident management systems contribute to the long-term performance, operational safety, and serviceability of the project highway.
These engineering and operational measures collectively enhance road user safety, improve traffic efficiency, and support the sustainable operation and maintenance of the highway corridor in accordance with applicable project requirements and road safety standards.
Sustainability, Environment And Community Initiatives
Plantation / Landscaping
The project incorporates extensive median and roadside plantation to enhance the visual appeal of the highway, promote environmental sustainability, and improve the overall roadside environment. A total of 109 km of median plantation has been provided along the project corridor, comprising 1,05,000 median plants, against the stipulated requirement of 72,594 plants, thereby exceeding the prescribed requirement by approximately 44.65%.
Regular maintenance and upkeep of the median and avenue plantations are undertaken to ensure healthy vegetation, sustained greenery, and the long-term effectiveness of the landscaping initiatives. These efforts contribute to dust suppression, improved aesthetics, and environmental enhancement along the highway corridor, in accordance with applicable project requirements and environmental guidelines.
Rainwater Harvesting
120 Nos of Rainwater Harvesting provided.
Water Conservation
The project promotes responsible water management through efficient water use during highway maintenance and routine operations. Measures include minimizing water wastage during road cleaning and plantation maintenance, along with the upkeep of roadside drainage systems to facilitate effective stormwater runoff. These practices support environmental sustainability and the efficient management of water resources along the highway corridor.
Solar / Renewable Energy
Capacity and applications
Community Initiatives
The project undertakes community-oriented initiatives to promote road safety, environmental awareness, and the well-being of communities along the Hospet–Chitradurga section of NH-50. These initiatives include road safety awareness programmes, cleanliness drives, and coordination with local authorities to address roadside waste disposal and maintain a clean and hygienic highway environment.
The project also engages with local communities and relevant authorities to address highway-related concerns and facilitate appropriate remedial measures. These efforts reflect the project's commitment to responsible highway operations, environmental sustainability, and positive engagement with communities along the project corridor.
Certifications / Awards
Only approved and verifiable recognitions
Key Milestone
Project Milestone-I
- Scheduled Date as per Agreement - 15th August 2016
- Actual Date of Achievement - 15th August 2016
Project Milestone-II
- Scheduled Date as per Agreement – 23 December 2017
- Actual Date of Achievement as per EOT approved – 25th Dec. 2017, however achieved on 31st December 2017
Project Milestone-III
- Scheduled Date as per Agreement – 28th November 2017
- Actual Date of Achievement as per EOT approved – 4 th April 2019, however achieved on ………
Project Milestone-IV -
- Scheduled Project Completion Date (SPCD): 15th August 2018
- Actual Date of Achievement as per EOT approved – 20TH February 2020
Awards / Recognition
Best Safety Award During Construction Phase Regarding Rock Quarry Operations From Mining Department GOK
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