January 31, 2024: With an objective to develop a robust national highways network, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Geological Survey of India (GSI) to provide services for site specific geotechnical consultancy and assist in vetting of detailed project reports (DPR) from a geotechnical point of view. The MoU was signed in presence of NHAI chairman Santosh Kumar Yadav and Geological Survey of India deputy director- general Saibal Ghosh, along with other senior officials.
As per the agreement, the GSI will provide site specific geotechnical consultancy services related to preparation of geological map of the area providing detailed geological features, preparation of slope stability study of the road and providing necessary recommendations, identification of geologically weak zones at various sites/stretches of national highways, suggest site specific remedial measures, 3D geological logging of tunnels in the project and suggest necessary and relevant stabilisation measures. In addition, the GSI will also undertake detailed analysis of DPRs prepared by the NHAI consultants.
“This unique initiative of collaboration between two government organizations to share best practices will go a long way in providing strong impetus to quality construction of national highways. It will not only help in easier operations and maintenance of the highways but will also provide smooth and seamless travel experience to the highway users,” the ministry of road transport & highways said in a statement.
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