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The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for its upcoming toll-operate-transfer infrastructure investment trust, RIIT InvIT. The regulatory nod marks a major step in the government’s continuing push to monetise operational highway assets and attract long-term institutional capital. The InvIT structure is expected to unlock significant value by enabling investors to participate in stable, annuity-style revenue streams from national highway projects.

In a significant step toward modernizing India’s road infrastructure, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has partnered with Reliance Jio to deploy advanced digital technologies aimed at improving highway safety and traffic management. The collaboration focuses on integrating real-time monitoring systems, connectivity solutions, and data-driven analytics across key national highway stretches. By leveraging Jio’s telecom and digital capabilities, NHAI aims to strengthen road surveillance, reduce accident response times, and enhance operational efficiency.

The International Road Federation (IRF), in collaboration with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), has initiated a ten-day certified training program aimed at enhancing the skills of road safety engineers. This program is designed to equip professionals with the necessary tools and knowledge to conduct effective road safety audits, thereby improving the safety standards of India's highway infrastructure. The training, supported by TotalEnergies, underscores the commitment to reducing road accidents and fatalities through professional development and capacity building.

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has announced the rollout of QR code-enabled signboards across national highways, a move designed to boost transparency, road safety, and commuter convenience. By scanning these QR codes, travelers will access comprehensive details such as project specifications, emergency contacts, highway facilities, and helpline numbers. Signboards will be placed at toll plazas, rest areas, and truck lay-bys for maximum visibility.

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has approved the widening of NH-715 in Assam to improve regional connectivity, enhance trade corridors, and reduce travel time. The project, however, will include stringent environmental safeguards to protect Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its endangered one-horned rhinoceros. Officials emphasize the incorporation of wildlife corridors, underpasses, and restricted construction schedules to minimize ecological disruption.

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has successfully restored a key stretch of the Kiratpur–Manali four-lane project in Himachal Pradesh, a section severely damaged by flash floods and landslides during the monsoon season. This restoration is critical to reviving connectivity for residents, tourists, and businesses in the region. The highway, a vital economic and tourism lifeline, had faced major disruptions, impacting supply chains and local livelihoods.