Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari reviewed the quality, maintenance and progress of National Highway projects in Telangana, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh during separate meetings held in New Delhi on Wednesday.
Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways Harsh Malhotra was also present during the review meetings.
According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), the review covered National Highway projects spanning 4,931 km in Telangana, 2,035 km in Jammu & Kashmir, and 804 km in Ladakh.
The meetings were conducted based on feedback received through media reports, social media platforms and inputs from officials of MoRTH, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), the National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), and project contractors.
During the review, the Minister assessed the status of ongoing projects, maintenance works and measures being taken to ensure the delivery of safe, efficient and durable highway infrastructure. He directed officials and executing agencies to expedite project implementation while maintaining high standards of quality and accountability.
Gadkari also instructed officials to strengthen monitoring mechanisms, ensure timely completion of projects and adopt advanced construction technologies and best engineering practices to improve the durability, riding comfort and long-term performance of National Highway corridors.
Highlighting the importance of well-maintained highways, the Minister said robust road infrastructure plays a key role in improving regional connectivity, facilitating economic growth, promoting tourism and enhancing commuter convenience.
Reviewing preparedness for the upcoming monsoon season, Gadkari directed officials to undertake preventive and mitigation measures across all project stretches. These include effective drainage management, slope stabilisation and protection works, along with the deployment of rapid-response systems to minimise weather-related disruptions.
