Bhopal, India – In a significant move towards advancing India’s infrastructure, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, inaugurated a two-day conference titled “Latest Emerging Trends and Technologies in Road and Bridge Construction.” The event, hosted in Bhopal by the Madhya Pradesh Public Works Department in collaboration with the Indian Road Congress, aims to spotlight the crucial role of modern infrastructure in driving India’s economic development and employment opportunities.
Opening the conference, Gadkari underscored the transformative potential of a robust infrastructure network. “Infrastructure is not just about building roads and bridges; it’s about creating a blueprint for India’s future,” he said. The Minister emphasized that infrastructure development is a cornerstone of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision, laying the foundation for a progressive India by enhancing connectivity and reducing logistics costs.
With a focus on innovation and safety, Gadkari outlined the Ministry’s goals, which include improving construction quality, minimizing road accidents, promoting environmental sustainability, and tackling on-ground challenges. He also highlighted the importance of rural road development, encouraging a “waste to wealth” approach that utilizes waste materials in construction, providing both economic and ecological benefits.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav welcomed the conference’s impact on the state’s infrastructure progress, adding that the insights gained would significantly contribute to the execution of ongoing and future projects.
The conference includes technical sessions where experts from around India will explore emerging technologies, innovative materials, and solutions to challenges in the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) process. An exhibition showcasing the latest machinery and cutting-edge tools used in the construction of roads and bridges further enriches the event, aligning with the government’s mission to build a safer, more efficient transport infrastructure across the nation.
