Nagpur, 11 July (HS): Union Road Transport and
Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari appealed to the BRICS members Transport
Minister to cooperate for developing safe, and sustainable transport systems
keeping in mind the demands for the future. Innovative technology and
cooperation by BRIC countries can be a model for the entire world to follow.
The third meet of Transport Minister of BRIC
countered began in Nagpur on Saturday under the chairmanship of India. Gadkari
welcomed the minister and senior officers in the beginning and said cooperation
between growing economies for strengthening transport systems is an important
step. The theme for BRICS in India is ‘Flexibility, Innovation, Cooperation and
Stability’, which spells the feeling of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ (The world as a
family).
Referring to development in the transport network in
India, Gadkari said that India is making fast progress in developing road,
rail, marine and air transport. The road network in second biggest iin the
world. He also mentioned about expressways and greenfield expressway projects
without affecting the ecosystem.
Electrification of broad gauge rail network is almost
completed. Vande Bharat services and projects like Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed
Rail Corridor and new Pamban Bridge in Riameshwaram are the examples of fast
development of rail network. Gadkari also referred to Maritime Amrit Kal Vision
2047, E-Navik, E-Samudra and Green Shipping projects for logistics improvement.
Electric buses, green urban mobility scheme and improvement
in regional air connectivity schemes under Pradhan Mantri Gati Shakti National
Master Plan or improvement in logistics and passengers connectivity.
Continuous development and steps towards security are
the basic norms of the Transport Policy in India. Those injured in accidents
are given help immediately under PM Relief Scheme, recycled plastic, flyash,
steel, bamboo crash barrier and old used tyres are used in construction and
repair of roads.
He expressed hope for cooperation and support by BRICS
countries to reduce carbon emission, avoid traffic jams, ensure road safety and
develop connectivity from one to other end.
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Hindusthan Samachar / Ajay Vasant Mardikar
