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August 21, 2026 9:11 AM

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Arunachal CM Pema Khandu, hails his development initiatives

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended birthday greetings to Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, praising his efforts towards the development and progress of the northeastern state. Taking to X, PM Modi said Khandu was “at the forefront” of several initiatives aimed at taking Arunachal Pradesh to new heights of progress and wished him a long and healthy life in service of the people. “My best wishes to Arunachal Pradesh’s Chief Minister, Shri Pema Khandu Ji on his bi...

August 5, 2026 9:28 PM

Nitin Gadkari confers Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak on 12 rat miners for Silkyara Tunnel rescue operation

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday conferred the Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak on 12 rat miners in recognition of their exceptional courage and selfless service during the Silkyara Tunnel rescue operation, which led to the successful rescue of trapped workers after the tunnel collapse in Uttarakhand. The investiture ceremony was held in New Delhi in the presence of Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways Harsh Malhotra, senior officials of the Mi...

July 14, 2026 1:32 PM

World-class road connectivity in Uttar Pradesh is our priority: Nitin Gadkari

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday held a comprehensive review meeting with Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari to assess the progress of major National Highway and road infrastructure projects across the state. The meeting included detailed discussions on proposals submitted by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, and the Uttar Pradesh government. "Modern road infrastructure forms the foundat...

July 13, 2026 11:08 AM

Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Yogi Adityanath to inaugurate Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway today

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will inaugurate the 63-kilometre Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway on Monday, marking a significant addition to the state's road infrastructure. During the event, the leaders will also inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for three National Highway projects worth more than ₹4,850 crore. Ahead of the inauguration, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari ...

July 11, 2026 3:55 PM

Nitin Gadkari calls for stronger BRICS cooperation to build sustainable and future-ready transport systems

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Saturday called for deeper cooperation among BRICS nations to develop transport systems that are sustainable, resilient, inclusive and future-ready, asserting that the grouping has the potential to shape the future of global mobility through innovation, partnership and shared responsibility. Addressing the 3rd BRICS Transport Ministers' Meeting under India's BRICS Chairship in Nagpur, Gadkari welcomed transport ministers, heads of ...

July 6, 2026 9:47 PM

Nitin Gadkari reviews NHLML projects, directs faster execution of multimodal infrastructure initiatives

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday reviewed the progress of key infrastructure projects being implemented by the National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) and called for the expeditious completion of multimodal infrastructure initiatives across the country. Chairing a review meeting in New Delhi, Gadkari assessed the project-level progress of Multi Modal Logistics Parks (MMLPs), ropeways, intermodal stations and way side amenities being developed...

June 14, 2026 10:23 AM

100% ethanol-compatible vehicles to hit roads soon, says Nitin Gadkari

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Saturday announced that the government has approved the use of 100 per cent ethanol fuel, a move aimed at reducing India's dependence on imported fossil fuels and accelerating the transition to cleaner alternative energy sources. Addressing a press conference in Nagpur to mark 12 years of the NDA government, Gadkari said he had signed the necessary file to finalise regulations authorising the use of pure ethanol as a fuel. “Last...

May 27, 2026 9:40 AM

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Nitin Gadkari, praises his role in strengthening infrastructure

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended birthday greetings to Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Best wishes to my ministerial colleague Shri Nitin Gadkari Ji on his birthday. He is at the forefront of numerous efforts towards ensuring India gets next-generation infrastructure and enhanced connectivity. Praying for his long and healthy life.” Responding to the Prime Minister’s message, Gadkari said, “Respected Narendra Bh...

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 ...