Overview
Maharashtra has become the number one state in India for central government projects. According to recent data, Maharashtra has 215 projects worth about ₹5.5 trillion. Uttar Pradesh is second with 180 projects, and Andhra Pradesh is third with 141 projects. These projects include highways, railways, airports, industrial corridors, and ports. They will create jobs, boost the economy, and improve connectivity across the country.
Top States by Central Government Projects
Here is the list of the top ten states. The table shows the number of projects and the total cost in ₹ trillion.
| Rank |
State |
Number of Projects |
Cost (₹ Trillion) |
| 1 |
Maharashtra |
215 |
5.5 |
| 2 |
Uttar Pradesh |
180 |
4.3 |
| 3 |
Andhra Pradesh |
141 |
2.1 |
| 4 |
Gujarat |
127 |
4.3 |
| 5 |
Madhya Pradesh |
125 |
3.1 |
| 6 |
Bihar |
125 |
2.4 |
| 7 |
Karnataka |
121 |
2.0 |
| 8 |
Odisha |
108 |
2.1 |
| 9 |
Jharkhand |
103 |
2.0 |
| 10 |
Assam |
89 |
1.2 |
Maharashtra Tops the List
Maharashtra is at the top with 215 central government projects. The total cost is around ₹5.5 trillion. The state has a strong industrial base and a very important financial centre (Mumbai). It also has good port connectivity and growing urban infrastructure. All these factors make
Month: Current Affairs - May 21, 2026
Category: Infrastructure Growth