
To begin with, the road transport ministry has approached the
The government plans to build an intelligent transport system that addresses concerns regarding
Moreover, the road ministry would also launch IT-based initiatives like road asset management system,
The official said the pilot project is expected on the Delhi-Jaipur highway. "We want to start the project on a pilot basis once we have the spectrum and other requirements," the official told the financial daily.
Once the road ministry gets the spectrum allocated for the radio stations, it will float tender inviting private players to operate the service, the official added. A meeting between the officials of the two ministries to discuss
"Flow of information about the highway to the user would bring in preparedness for most eventualities. However, it is ultimately the road condition that needs to be improved on this stretch, which can be a nightmare for a commuter at times," said an industry expert.
The government has taken some steps for road accidents victims such as providing them free treatment on the Gurgaon-Jaipur stretch of the NH8. The project ensures medical care for the first 48 hours or up to Rs 30,000.
The road ministry has also been trying to expedite widening a 225.6 km stretch on the
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