India’s Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has introduced a new policy that mandates the use of processed solid waste for building embankments on highways. This initiative not only reduces construction costs and speeds up project completion but also tackles the growing problem of waste accumulation in the country.
India’s rapid pace of highway construction may be slowing down. After reaching a peak in 2020-21, the construction rate has declined due to factors such as delayed project approvals, execution issues, and a shift away from traditional construction models. While government funding has increased, a significant portion goes towards repaying the National Highway Authority of India’s debt, limiting its ability to invest in new projects. As a result, the construction rate is projected to fall in the current fiscal year and remain lower in the near term.
