After 14 years and 65% of the budget already spent, they’re tearing it all down to build a regular 6-lane highway instead. Think about that: almost ₹43 billion already gone, and now they’re walking away. The twist? Experts had suggested four options; and the government picked the one that essentially erases everything. Local groups are upset. Engineers say the data backed the move. But here’s the real story: this isn’t just about roads. It’s about accountability, project management, and whether we can afford to keep starting over. What happens to the money already spent? And what does this say about the future of big infrastructure projects in India? If a 97% done project can get scrapped, what’s safe?