489 Road Projects Delayed Due to Land and Clearance Hurdles: Gadkari
As many as 489 road projects across India, initially scheduled for completion by March 2025, have been delayed due to challenges related to land acquisition, forest and wildlife clearances, and railway approvals, according to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha on July 30, the Minister for Road Transport and Highways said the government is working closely with state governments and relevant stakeholders to resolve these bottlenecks and expedite project completion.Gadkari noted that several delayed projects have experienced cost overruns, driven by factors such as..
IRF Flags Poor Safety Compliance in Indian Road Projects
The IRF-IC has expressed serious concerns over widespread non-compliance with basic work zone safety norms at road construction sites across the country, warning that such lapses are leading to a surge in preventable fatal accidents.According to the IRF-IC, many ongoing road projects lack critical safety measures such as advance warning signs, reflective tapes, barricades, cones, and properly lit or marked diversions. These deficiencies, particularly dangerous at night, have resulted in a significant rise in road crashes.“A worrying trend has emerged across construction zones, where unmarked..
SAEL Industries Commissions 50 MW Solar Plant in Maharashtra
The plant is expected to generate over 100 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of clean energy annually and aligns with the government’s vision for a sustainable energy future. The ground-mounted project features TOPCon bifacial modules, offering high energy yield and performance reliability.Backed by a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company (MSEDCL), the project ensures long-term revenue and tariff stability.“As we expand our renewable energy footprint in India, we aim to deliver sustainable infrastructure that benefits both people and the envi..
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