On 21 March 2010, R P N Singh, Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways, laid foundation stone for the four/six laning of the Hyderabad-Vijayawada section of NH 9 at Narketpally in Andhra Pradesh.

The project is estimated to cost Rs 1,740 crore. Under the project, six bypasses have been planned, through Narketpally, Nakrekal, Kodada, Akupamula, Sher Mohammed Peta and Navabpet.

In addition, two wayside amenities for travelers are to be provided. The expansion is likely to be completed by June 2013.

A major section of the highway passes through the Nalgonda district which is likely to benefit the local people by providing quicker access to Hyderabad. Also, the expansion is likely to reduce vehicle operating costs and bring down travel time between Hyderabad and Vijayawada, from six hours to four hours.

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