Artefact Projects Ltd has received a prestigious Letter of Award from the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) for consultancy services to prepare the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for capacity augmentation of the Varanasi–Jaunpur–Sultanpur–Lucknow highway stretch. The project, valued at ₹39.5 crore, will be executed in collaboration with Dhruv Consultants Services Ltd.
Artefact Projects Ltd announced that the consultancy assignment spans seven months and involves strategic planning for one of Uttar Pradesh’s busiest highway corridors. The award underscores the company’s growing footprint in infrastructure consultancy and its expertise in delivering large-scale projects.
Project Overview
The consultancy services will focus on preparing a DPR to enhance traffic capacity and efficiency along the Varanasi–Lucknow route, a critical link for trade and mobility in northern India. Artefact Projects will partner with Dhruv Consultants Services Ltd to ensure comprehensive planning and execution.
Key Highlights
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Contract awarded by National Highways Authority of India
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Consultancy services for DPR preparation on Varanasi–Jaunpur–Sultanpur–Lucknow stretch
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Project duration: 7 months
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Contracted fees: ₹3,94,88,232 (exclusive of GST)
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Collaboration with Dhruv Consultants Services Ltd
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No related party transactions involved
Strategic Significance
This project strengthens Artefact Projects’ portfolio in highway infrastructure consultancy and positions the company as a trusted partner in India’s road expansion initiatives. With traffic growth in Uttar Pradesh, the DPR will play a pivotal role in shaping future mobility and economic connectivity.
Sources: Company Disclosure to the Stock Exchanges