NHAI Establishes Cell to Review National Highway Project Reports

02 Jul 2024 CW Team

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has inaugurated a specialised cell tasked with evaluating detailed project reports (DPRs) for national highway projects. This initiative aims to streamline the assessment process, ensuring thorough scrutiny and adherence to quality standards across highway developments nationwide.

The dedicated cell will focus on reviewing DPRs submitted by project consultants and developers. Its mandate includes assessing technical feasibility, financial viability, environmental impact, and compliance with regulatory norms. By centralising this function, NHAI aims to expedite project approvals and enhance transparency in the evaluation process.

The establishment of this cell underscores NHAI's commitment to bolstering infrastructure development in India through systematic planning and rigorous project assessment. It seeks to optimise resource allocation and improve project execution timelines while maintaining high standards of engineering and environmental sustainability.

Efforts are also underway to leverage technological advancements and best practices in project management to further enhance efficiency and effectiveness in highway development. The streamlined review process is expected to facilitate timely project implementation and mitigate delays commonly associated with infrastructure initiatives.

NHAI's proactive approach in establishing a dedicated DPR review cell reflects its strategic intent to strengthen infrastructure capabilities and support India's economic growth aspirations.

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