Gadkari reviews NH Projects in Rajasthan and HP
Published: May 26, 2026

By TIOLCorplaws News Service
NEW DELHI, MAY 26, 2026: UNION Minister of Road Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari, yesterday conducted comprehensive review meetings on the quality and maintenance status of National Highway projects in Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh, based on inputs received through media and social media platforms. The meetings were held in New Delhi in the presence of Union Ministers of State Ajay Tamta and Harsh Malhotra, senior officials from NHAI and MoRTH, and project contractors.
During the review, Gadkari assessed the quality and maintenance status of National Highways covering 10,064 km in Rajasthan and reviewed the quality and maintenance progress of National Highway projects covering 1,947 km in Himachal Pradesh.
Gadkari emphasised timely execution of projects, strict adherence to quality standards, and the adoption of advanced technologies and modern construction practices to ensure the development of sustainable, durable, and efficient highway infrastructure. He highlighted that robust highway networks are vital for improving connectivity, accelerating economic growth, enhancing commuter convenience, and ensuring seamless mobility across key corridors.
The Union Minister also directed officials to undertake comprehensive monsoon preparedness measures, including effective drainage management, slope protection works, proactive preventive maintenance, and swift response mechanisms to minimise disruptions, maintain road safety, and enhance long-term asset durability.