Jharkhand Road Projects Bitumen Supply Issue

ongoing

A shortage of bitumen and a steep rise in its price have begun to strain road and infrastructure works across Jharkhand. The disruption could delay projects, inflate costs, and impact contractors operating under fixed-rate contracts. The state lacks adequate bulk storage and distribution infrastructure, leading to irregular supply and increased transportation costs. Industry bodies have urged public sector oil companies to set up bulk bitumen depots in Jharkhand to stabilize supply and reduce dependence on external sources.