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NHAI Directed to Prioritise Upgrading Existing National Highways
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NHAI Directed to Prioritise Upgrading Existing National Highways

The Indian government has directed the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to prioritise upgrading and maintaining the existing national highways across the country. This directive is part of a broader strategy to improve road infrastructure, ensuring safer and more efficient transportation networks.

The government?s focus on upgrading current highways rather than constructing new ones stems from the need to address the wear and tear on older roads, which have been increasingly strained by growing traffic volumes. Upgrading these roads will involve widening lanes, improving road surfaces, and enhancing safety features such as guardrails and signage.

NHAI has been tasked with identifying critical stretches of highways that require immediate attention. The upgrades are expected to reduce travel time, lower vehicle operating costs, and decrease the frequency of accidents. Additionally, better-maintained highways are anticipated to boost economic activities by facilitating smoother transportation of goods and people.

The emphasis on upgrading existing infrastructure aligns with the government?s vision of creating a more sustainable and resilient transportation network. By focusing on maintenance and improvements, the government aims to maximise the value of existing assets while ensuring that the country?s road infrastructure can meet future demands.

This initiative reflects a shift in infrastructure policy, prioritising quality and sustainability over expansion. NHAI?s enhanced focus on upgrades is expected to significantly contribute to the overall development and modernization of India?s highway network.

The Indian government has directed the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to prioritise upgrading and maintaining the existing national highways across the country. This directive is part of a broader strategy to improve road infrastructure, ensuring safer and more efficient transportation networks. The government?s focus on upgrading current highways rather than constructing new ones stems from the need to address the wear and tear on older roads, which have been increasingly strained by growing traffic volumes. Upgrading these roads will involve widening lanes, improving road surfaces, and enhancing safety features such as guardrails and signage. NHAI has been tasked with identifying critical stretches of highways that require immediate attention. The upgrades are expected to reduce travel time, lower vehicle operating costs, and decrease the frequency of accidents. Additionally, better-maintained highways are anticipated to boost economic activities by facilitating smoother transportation of goods and people. The emphasis on upgrading existing infrastructure aligns with the government?s vision of creating a more sustainable and resilient transportation network. By focusing on maintenance and improvements, the government aims to maximise the value of existing assets while ensuring that the country?s road infrastructure can meet future demands. This initiative reflects a shift in infrastructure policy, prioritising quality and sustainability over expansion. NHAI?s enhanced focus on upgrades is expected to significantly contribute to the overall development and modernization of India?s highway network.

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