Union Minister Urges Engineers to Prioritise Safety, Strong DPRs; Odisha Seeks Greater National Highway Focus Bhubaneswar: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari called for a fundamental shift in India’s approach to road construction, stressing that quality, safety, and expert-led design must take precedence over low-cost tendering practices. Speaking at the inauguration of…
84th Indian Roads Congress Session in Bhubaneswar highlights Odisha’s rising role in national infrastructure planning Bhubaneswar: In a major push toward connectivity-led development, Odisha has announced an ambitious plan to construct 75,000 kilometers of roads over the next five years. The announcement was made by Works Minister Prithviraj Harichandan during a press conference ahead of…
Bhubaneswar-Puri-Konark Route Among First Corridors Selected for Hydrogen Trucks Bhubaneswar: Odisha has found a place in India’s ambitious plan to introduce green hydrogen-powered trucks, with the Bhubaneswar–Puri–Konark route identified as one of the 10 priority corridors across the country. Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari announced the initiative, calling it a step…
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, is set to visit Odisha on April 17 and 19, 2025, to participate in key events and review progress on infrastructure projects. His visit is seen as part of the Centre’s ongoing efforts to boost development in the state under the “double engine” governance model. On…
