The Ministry of Road, Transport and Highways (MoRTH) will achieve a highest-ever four lane and access-controlled high-speed highways, reaching an ambitious road construction target of 13,000 km, achieving a run rate of 35 km by this fiscal end. In 2020-21, the highest-ever road construction of 13,327 km was done as compared to 4,260 km in 2013-14. As of January this year, 7,600 km of roads have been completed and can reach a 12,800-13,000 km by March end. Following the ongoing pace, the Gadkari-headed department will be able to lay over 35 km of roads every day. Nearly 90 per cent basic work has been completed and the ministry is optimistic of touching the target in the last two months. The Centre plans to develop 50,000 km of access-controlled highways by 2037. Contact: MoRTH Website: www.morth.nic.in