RITES has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation (NHIDCL) to provide specialised consultancy and technical support for highway and infrastructure projects across the North-East and other strategic areas. The agreement covers the planning, development, construction and maintenance of projects undertaken under NHIDCL’s infrastructure portfolio.

Under the MoU, RITES will provide consultancy services for the preparation of Detailed Project Reports for highways and tunnels. Its responsibilities will also include external technical audits, third-party quality assurance and structural health assessments of bridges and flyovers. These services are intended to support engineering reviews and improve oversight during different stages of project execution.

The scope of the partnership also includes technical support unit services, road safety audits, crash investigation and mitigation planning. RITES will undertake slope stability studies and design services, along with Authority Engineering services for highway, tunnel and slope stability projects. The combined scope covers technical planning, design review, construction monitoring and safety-related assessments.

The MoU establishes a framework for strengthening project planning, engineering standards, construction quality and safety across NHIDCL’s projects. NHIDCL brings experience in developing national highways and strategic infrastructure, while RITES contributes transport infrastructure consultancy capabilities. The partnership is intended to support the timely and efficient delivery of projects that improve regional connectivity and contribute to growth across the North-East and other strategic locations.