The Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, reviewed the quality and maintenance progress of 4,178 km of National Highway projects in Assam during a high-level meeting in New Delhi. The review followed inputs received through media and social media and brought together senior officials and contractors to assess delivery and standards. The meeting was attended by the Minister of State (MoS) Ajay Tamta, Harsh Malhotra and representatives of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). The minister emphasised the need to accelerate on-ground execution and to strengthen quality monitoring mechanisms across ongoing projects to improve asset durability and riding quality. He urged the adoption of modern construction practices and systematic supervision to ensure that materials and workmanship meet prescribed standards. Officials were instructed to integrate enhanced testing regimes and third-party audits into project workflows to detect and remedy defects early. Directions were issued for advanced monsoon preparedness, including robust drainage systems, slope protection and rapid response mechanisms to minimise disruptions and enhance commuter safety along key corridors. The minister highlighted the importance of designing for resilience and ensuring timely maintenance interventions to reduce the risk of closures and service degradation during severe weather. Project contractors and implementing agencies were asked to prioritise remedial works and deploy resources for swift restoration where needed. The meeting sought to translate review findings and external feedback into concrete timelines and monitoring milestones while preserving transparency in execution and reporting. Officials committed to intensify site supervision, report progress against targets and improve stakeholder communication to address public concerns. Continued oversight is expected as authorities move to expedite completion and sustain quality across the state network.