03 SEP 2025, New Delhi: In a significant step towards strengthening India’s infrastructure and improving urban mobility, Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari Ji, today chaired a Consultation Workshop in New Delhi. The workshop was attended by Union Minister of State Shri Ajay Tamta Ji, Shri Harsh Malhotra Ji, senior State Government officials, and Municipal Commissioners.The workshop highlighted the Government’s commitment to creating world-class, sustainable, and future-ready transport infrastructure, with a special focus on easing congestion around rapidly growing urban areas. The dignitaries discussed a range of innovative policy interventions, including the construction of ring roads and bypasses to divert traffic away from city centers, thereby decongesting urban National Highways.
Key discussions also focused on adopting value capture financing models to ensure sustainable funding, and aligning infrastructure development with city master plans for seamless integration. These measures are expected to not only enhance mobility but also promote planned and regulated development in the influence zones of ring roads and bypasses.
With these initiatives, MoRTH reaffirms its dedication to boosting economic growth, improving connectivity, and laying the foundation for inclusive and environmentally responsible urban development.
