The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH), with the technical assistance of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has released five guidelines to enhance mountainous road infrastructure in India.

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The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH), with the technical assistance of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has released five guidelines to enhance mountainous road infrastructure in India. These guidelines are designed to ensure high-quality and sustainable road projects in hilly regions which will improve road networks and promote economic growth. These guidelines were published by Indian Road Congress (IRC) and released by the Union Minister for Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari during the inaugural function of 225th Mid Term Council Meeting at Raipur, Chhattisgarh. The guidelines provide technical specifications and best practices for road construction in mountainous regions, covering the following topics: 1. Planning of Hilly Roads; 2. Slope Protection and Embankment with Advanced Technology; 3. Tunnel on Arterial Roads in Hilly Area; 4. Mountain Bridge with Advance Technology; 5. Operation and Maintenance of Mountainous Highways


     

     

     

 

     


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