Question : INDEPENDENT REGULATORY AUTHORITY FOR ROAD DEVELOPMENT



(a) whether the Government proposes to set up an independent regulatory authority for development of road network in the country;

(b) if so, the details thereof alongwith its proposed functions; and

(c) if not, the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT & HIGHWAYS (SHRI R.P.N. SINGH)

(a) to (c): In accordance with the provisions under the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) Act. 1988, it is the Function of the Authority to develop, maintain and manage the national highways and any other highways vested in, or entrusted to it by the Government.