Gadkari urges US investment in Indian roads and highways.
India's roads and transportation minister asked for US investment Monday. Gadkari said the US and India have good bilateral relations. "We're natural collaborators and can progress" Both nations interact socially, economically, and strategically. "New Agenda for Next 25 Years" will improve teamwork.
Gadkari said India prioritises economic prosperity. He said to promote innovation. Modi wants India to reach $5 trillion by 2025. Minister: India is the sixth-fastest growing economy.
The PM National Gati Shakti Master Plan was unveiled. Gati-Shakti requires cooperation and communication. 70% of products and 90% of passengers are driven, adds Gadkari. 2014's highways are 91,000 km. 1,475,000 km.
The minister remarked, "We're spending $60 billion on 27 Greenfield Expressways." These routes reduce the travel distance between economic centres by 14%, cutting transportation costs by 2.5%. A year's worth of fuel and CO2 will be saved.
NHAI, NHIDCL, Airport and Port Authority must preserve planting and falling records. "We provide InvIT," added the minister.
India has more electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and vehicles, said Gadkari. He advocated solar and wind-powered EV charging. Solar-powered Electric Highways are being developed. Heavy vehicles may charge while driving.Current Issue
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