Expressing need to accept good technology, research, innovation and successful practices from across the world and from within India, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari has said that India has got huge potential in infrastructure. He noted that in Indian infrastructure, there is huge potential for road construction, river connectivity, solid and liquid waste management, parking plaza, irrigation, busports, ropeways and cable car projects.
Union Transport Minister further said that the future of Indian infrastructure sector is very bright. He further said ‘We should use alternative materials to reduce cost without compromising on quality. Time is the most important aspect in construction, it is the biggest asset.’ The Minister underlined the role of civil engineers and said it is very important for job creation and for growth.
Pitching his idea of using greener alternatives in road construction, Union Transport Minister said ‘You should find alternatives to cement and other raw materials. Glass fibre steel can be used in place of steel. If there is competition, cost will come down and become reasonable.’
