NHAI initiates repairs on NH-45 damaged sections

GIS mapping of all National Highways to be completed soon

The government announced its intention to complete GIS mapping of all National Highways with the aim of enhancing planning, execution, and monitoring processes.

It was conveyed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH) that project implementing units of various agencies, including the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Border Roads Organisation (BRO), and National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL), were instructed to indicate their jurisdiction on a dashboard.

The primary goal of this standard operating procedure (SOP) was t..

NHAI secures 164 insurance bonds for road projects

The National Highways Authority of India, as stated by the ministry of road transport and highways, announced that it had received 164 insurance surety bonds (ISB) so far. These bonds comprised 20 for performance security and 144 for bid securities.

According to a statement issued after a day-long workshop on the implementation of insurance surety bonds (ISB) for NHAI contracts, NHAI stated, "Around 700 insurance surety bonds valued at around Rs 30 billion have been issued by different insurance companies so far."

The workshop aimed to assess the progress made in implementing I..

Government to finish mapping all highways via GIS

The Centre announced its intention to finalise the GIS mapping of all national highways, encompassing the delineation of the jurisdictions of state-owned developers, with the aim of enhancing the planning, execution, and monitoring of the road network, as well as ensuring the timely completion of projects. In line with this initiative, the ministry of road transport and highways (MoRTH) informed all project implementing units of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Border Roads Organisation (BRO), National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation (NHIDCL), and the minist..

NHAI Launches Highway Maintenance Units

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has set up dedicated units to focus on the maintenance and safety of national highways. This move aims to ensure the regular upkeep of roads, addressing common issues such as potholes, damaged signage, and overall road quality. By prioritising maintenance, NHAI seeks to enhance driving safety and reduce the incidence of accidents on the highways.

These specialised units will be responsible for the systematic inspection and timely repair of highways, ensuring that road conditions are consistently optimal for travellers. The initiative refl..

AI Facial Recognition Enhances Tunnel Security

In a significant upgrade to security measures, an AI-based facial recognition system has been installed at the Navyug Tunnel in Qazigund, Jammu and Kashmir. This technology is part of a broader smart policing initiative aimed at enhancing public safety and combating crime more efficiently.

The system is designed to identify and track individuals involved in criminal activities, including history sheeters, drug peddlers, absconders, and members of banned organisations. By leveraging advanced AI technology, the police aim to improve their ability to track down criminals and contribut..