NHAI adds independent design checks for major highway structures

NHAI will require independent checks of designs for major bridges and other critical highway structures from 1 Dec 2026, aiming…

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TOLL ROAD SAFETY NHAI adds independent design checks Major highway structures will face extra technical scrutiny before approval from 1 Dec 2026.
WHAT CHANGED Critical structures get reviewed 1 DEC 2026 The new policy starts for eligible National Highway projects on this date.
WHAT IS CHECKED Designs, drawings and water studies Reviews can examine structural calculations, foundations and relevant hydraulic risks.
WHO IS AFFECTED New and not-yet-checked projects The policy covers new EPC, HAM and BOT projects, plus projects where proof checking has not begun.
DRIVER IMPACT No new toll rule announced Current tolls and FASTag arrangements continue under their existing notices.
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