M5 elevated expressway route from Rangsit to Bang Pa-in approved
The Cabinet approved the M5 expressway project, an elevated route from Rangsit to Bang Pa-in, overseen by the Department of Highways. Key details include:
– Route: Extending the Don Mueang Tollway, about 22 kilometers from the Bureau of Royal Thai Mint to the Bang Pa-in interchange in Ayutthaya.
– Construction: An elevated road along Phahonyothin Road with six lanes and seven access points.
– Investment: A public-private partnership (PPP), with a total cost of 79.91 billion baht.
– The Ministry of Transport will select the private sector partner and negotiate terms to maximize government benefits.
Source: Thai Enquirer on X
