Roadways
MP govt abolishes transport check posts at interstate borders, road safety and enforcement checking points to be arranged
The Madhya Pradesh government has abolished transport check posts at interstate borders and will introduce new road safety and enforcement checking points. Initially, 45 checking points will be established, with mobile units temporarily handling enforcement until these points are operational. These mobile units will comprise district transport office staff, enforcement staff, and home guards.
After proposing no tolls for poor highways, Nitin Gadkari asks officials to work on passes for cars
Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has proposed the introduction of monthly or annual passes for cars on the National Highway network to simplify toll collection and reduce commuter hassles. This suggestion comes alongside his call for tolls to be waived on poorly maintained highways, emphasizing the need for quality service before collecting tolls.
No more waiting at toll plazas! New FASTag rule soon: What is it? How will it stop delays?
Very soon, commuters who travel on the highway may not have to wait for long durations at toll booths - something that is faced throughout India at hundreds of toll plazas. Even though toll has become cashless, technical glitches in reading FASTag-enabled vehicles have become a hassle and resulted in long queues.
Highway tolls shouldn't be charged for pothole-filled or muddy roads, Nitin Gadkari tells highway agencies
Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari emphasized that highway agencies should not charge tolls for poorly maintained roads. Speaking at a global workshop on satellite-based tolling, he stressed that good services must precede toll collection. Gadkari addressed the inefficiencies and long wait times at toll plazas, promoting a GNSS-based toll collection system to enhance transparency and efficiency, reducing logistics costs and benefiting users.
Certification to be must for road expansion joints
Road transport and highways ministry will soon mandate road contractors to certify all expansion joints on bridges and roads. This new requirement aims to prevent mishaps from the premature failure or deterioration of joints, which could lead to accidents.
NHAI to offer Rs 44,000 cr worth of BOT road projects in FY25; PPP mode may return to fast lane
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) plans to offer 15 road projects valued at Rs 44,000 crore, covering 900 km, under the build-operate-transfer (BOT) mode in FY25. This initiative aims to revive public-private-partnership projects in highways, following amendments to the model concession agreement earlier this year. These projects are part of a larger plan to offer 53 projects worth over Rs 2.2 lakh crore, spanning 5,200 km, under BOT mode over the next three to five years.
DPIIT reviews infrastructure projects of Railways, MoRTH and MoHUA to boost Gati Shakti plan
The 72nd meeting of the Network Planning Group in New Delhi evaluated major infrastructure projects under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan for multi-modal connectivity, involving ministries like MoRTH, MoR, and MoHUA.
Road contractors relieved from developing wayside amenities
The step is aimed at attracting global expertise for creating wayside amenities (WSAs) in the country with a stronger focus on design and product innovations to boost return on investment while scaling up the experience of highway users.
International Road Federation calls for reducing GST on helmets from 18% to nil
In a statement issued on Wednesday, IRF said removing GST on helmets will make standard helmets more affordable for the masses and will discourage them from buying helmets of substandard quality, thereby reducing chances of head injury and death among two-wheeler riders during a road accident.
Golden Quadrilateral: Route, map, distance, toll and features of India's key highway
The total length of the Golden Quadrilateral is about 5,800 kilometers (3,600 mi). The route starts from Delhi and goes north to NH 1 until it reaches Agra. It then turns south on NH 2 until it reaches Kolkata. From Kolkata, it takes NH 6 to Chennai. Finally, from Chennai, it travels west on NH 4 until it reaches Mumbai, and then north on NH 8 to complete the quadrilateral back to Delhi.
Highway tolls to use satellite-based technology soon; Here's how it works and other details?
India is set to introduce a new satellite-based toll collection system, a global first. Using GNSS and GPS, this system charges vehicles based on the distance traveled, eliminating toll plazas and improving the commuter experience. Unlike FASTag, it operates on the Global Navigation Satellite System, offering precise tracking. This innovation aims to modernize toll collection, potentially increasing revenue to Rs 1.40 trillion in the next few years. Despite challenges, such as infrastructure upgrades, this system signals a significant advancement in India's transportation sector.
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Road ministry to roll-out satellite based toll collection on highways soon
The National Highways Authority of India, under the ministry of road transport and highways, has invited bids for to develop and implement GNSS-based electronic toll collection system in India, first on commercial vehicles and extended to private vehicles over the next two years.
Toll tax hiked: What is toll tax? Why did it increase after Lok Sabha elections?
When you use national or state highways, bridges, tunnels, and interstate expressways, you must pay road charges, also referred to as "tolls." In India, the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) is responsible for overseeing the entire road network, including the policies and procedures pertaining to toll taxes.
Ludhiana toll road lenders approve NARCL's Rs 270 cr offer to settle debt
The Ludhiana Toll Road project, initially planned to be completed by 2014, became a non-performing loan due to delays. PNB is the lead lender, with other creditors including Central Bank and Indian Overseas Bank.
Shortage of long-haul truck drivers hits logistics industry
Low pay scales, harassment by highway authorities and cops, adverse weather conditions, risk of accidents, lack of benefits at work, lack of hygienic restrooms and night parking facilities are some of the reasons for high attrition that is also dissuading many from the new generation to join the profession.
Delhi-Mumbai Expressway: Route, toll, distance, time, PM Modi's post
In a recent post on X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, which connects Indias two megacities. Sharing a video posted by influencer Gaurav Chaudhary, he wrote, "The Delhi-Mumbai expressway is a testament to India's rapid infrastructural growth. Such advancements are paving the way for a more connected and prosperous nation."
