New Delhi, June 23 (UNI) In order to address the issue of water logging on National Highways during the monsoon season, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is taking proactive measures for flood preparedness across the country.
To tackle challenges during the monsoon season, NHAI has initiated a 15-day drive involving its officials, contractors, and consultants. They are inspecting different highway stretches to pinpoint vulnerable areas at risk of damage, waterlogging, or landslides. The aim is to ensure smooth water drainage through structures like bridges and culverts on National Highways, an official statement said.
In addition, rainwater harvesting structures are being cleaned and desilted. Also, drains and outlets are being fixed to ensure smooth water flow. Efforts are being made to repair potholes on diversions/slip roads and main carriageways, desilt culverts cross drains and clean RE wall weep holes and drainage in the areas with history of flooding and water logging.