Ministry of Road Transport and Highways

June 17, 2026 3:18 PM

Iconic bridges transform connectivity across India, showcase nation’s infrastructure growth

India's infrastructure landscape has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, with a series of iconic bridge projects emerging as symbols of the country's engineering capabilities and commitment to connectivity-driven development. According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), several landmark bridge projects completed in recent years have significantly improved transportation networks, reduced travel time, strengthened regional integration, and boosted eco...

June 16, 2026 12:05 PM

Ashok Leyland, Switch Mobility become first OEMs to join Centre’s vehicle replacement scheme for Delhi-NCR

In a major step towards reducing vehicular pollution and accelerating fleet modernisation in the National Capital Region, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) on Monday signed the first Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the Government of India's vehicle replacement scheme with commercial vehicle manufacturer Ashok Leyland and its electric mobility subsidiary, Switch Mobility. With the signing of the agreement, Ashok Leyland and Switch Mobility have become the first Original...

May 25, 2026 5:19 PM

Nitin Gadkari reviews national highway projects in Rajasthan, Himachal; stresses quality and monsoon preparedness

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday chaired comprehensive review meetings on the quality and maintenance status of National Highway projects in Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh, directing officials to ensure timely execution, strict quality control and robust monsoon preparedness measures. The review meetings were held in New Delhi in the presence of Union Ministers of State Ajay Tamta and Harsh Malhotra, along with senior officials from the National Highways Au...

May 21, 2026 1:23 PM

Nitin Gadkari reviews progress, quality of 4,178 km national highway projects in Assam

Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday reviewed the progress, quality and maintenance status of 4,178 kilometres of National Highway projects in Assam during a high-level meeting held in New Delhi. The review meeting was conducted following inputs and feedback received through media reports and social media regarding highway conditions and project execution in the state. Union Ministers of State Ajay Tamta and Harsh Malhotra also attended the meeting, along with ...

May 20, 2026 12:22 PM

Nitin Gadkari inspects Rs 4,463 crore DND-Faridabad-Sohna Highway Project to boost NCR connectivity and access to Jewar Airport

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday inspected the DND-Faridabad-Sohna Access Controlled Highway Project, a major infrastructure initiative aimed at improving connectivity across the National Capital Region (NCR) and providing seamless access to the upcoming Noida International Airport and the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. The inspection was carried out in the presence of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Union Ministers of State Ajay Tamta, Harsh Malhotra and Kris...

May 15, 2026 6:24 PM

NHAI’s ‘Project Saksham’ empowers rural women through skill development and employment

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), in partnership with Vertis Foundation, is expanding its women-focused skill development initiative ‘Project Saksham’ to promote sustainable livelihoods and inclusive growth in rural communities connected to India’s highway network. The initiative aims to empower rural women and underserved youth by providing industry-relevant vocational training, employment opportunities and pathways to long-term financial independence. According to NHAI, ...

May 4, 2026 4:33 PM

Nitin Gadkari reviews key highway projects in Maharashtra, pushes for faster execution

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday reviewed a series of proposed high-speed and high-density corridor projects, along with key national highway developments in Maharashtra, with a focus on expediting planning and execution. During a high-level meeting, the minister assessed progress on several strategic road corridors aimed at strengthening regional connectivity and boosting economic activity. Among the major projects discussed were the six-laning of the Nagp...

April 30, 2026 6:49 PM

Nitin Gadkari calls for climate-resilient hill roads, pushes advanced landslide mitigation measures

Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday stressed the urgent need for climate-resilient road infrastructure in the Himalayan region, highlighting the growing challenges posed by landslides, extreme weather, and fragile terrain. Addressing a workshop on “Landslide Mitigation Measures for Resilient Hill Roads” at Bharat Mandapam, Gadkari said developing safe and durable road networks in hilly areas remains complex due to slope instability, cloudbursts, earthquakes,...

April 28, 2026 7:08 PM

NHAI issues heatwave guidelines to protect highway workers, ensure safe operations

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has rolled out comprehensive guidelines to safeguard workers and ensure uninterrupted operations on national highways amid rising temperatures and ongoing heatwave conditions across the country. The measures, which apply to construction sites, maintenance projects, and toll plazas, mandate contractors, concessionaires, and toll operators to adopt safety protocols aimed at minimizing heat-related risks for workers and commuters. Under the new guid...

April 27, 2026 10:12 PM

Khambatki Ghat twin tunnel nears completion, promises safer and faster travel on Pune-Satara highway

The long-troubled Khambatki Ghat stretch on the Pune-Satara highway is set for a major transformation, with the new six-lane twin-tube tunnel project nearing completion and trial operations already underway on one side. Developed by the National Highways Authority of India on NH-48, the Khambatki Ghat tunnel aims to replace a historically congested and accident-prone route with modern, high-capacity infrastructure. With overall physical progress reaching 86 per cent, the project is expected to ...