Green technology set to revamp Gujarat's roads, new projects in various cities sanctioned at Rs 1,147 crore
Gandhinagar, May 24
Gujarat is advancing towards environmentally friendly and sustainable development through the modernisation of its road infrastructure. To add strength to the state's green corridors, the state government is set to undertake Rs 1,147 crores project, for the construction of climate-resilient roads using modern technology.
Work on 20 roads across various districts of the state will begin using green technology, with old road materials being reused to reduce costs and promote sustainability.
The introduction of modern and environment-friendly roads is set to bring down costs of construction, besides improving their durability and longevity.
The array of projects include road widening, resurfacing, RCC gutter lines, protection works, four-laning, earthworks, side shoulders, rumble strips, road furniture, white topping and glass grid technology. They will be developed using climate-resilient and environmentally friendly modern technology.
Under the green technology being used for reconstruction, the road are excavated, treated with lime and stabilised through pulverising and rolling.
The old road material is then spread over the surface, followed by dry rolling, cement spreading and chemical stabilisation. Levelling and compaction are carried out using modern machinery.
After seven days, a Stress Absorbing Membrane Interlayer (SAMI), a high-tech fibre sheet, is laid before asphalt application to prevent cracks, absorb vehicular pressure and increase the lifespan of the road.
According to experts, the green technology promotes the reuse of materials such as old pavement, soil and metal, helping reduce construction costs while strengthening the road base.
This also improves the long-term durability of roads, increases their lifespan, and reduces the need for frequent repairs. It also helps lower carbon emissions and conserve natural resources.
Reconstruction work using green technology worth Rs 50 crore has been approved for the Jambusar-Tankali-Deola road in Bharuch district.
Among the other key projects undergoing reconstruction under the green technology include Lanwa-Manund-Sander-Balisana Road and Radhanpur-Mashali-Madhapura Road in Patan district; Bhidiya Somnath Road in Gir Somnath; Santrampur-Jalod Road in Mahisagar; Dayadara-Nabipur-Janor Road and Ilav-Kosamba Road in Bharuch; Morbi-Nani Vavdi-Baghthala Road in Morbi; Surendranagar Bypass Road in Surendranagar; Dindoli-Karadwa-Iklera Road in Surat; Manglej-Nareshwar Road and Karjan-Amod Road in Vadodara; Kosindra-Bhakha Road in Chhota Udepur; Isarwada-Undel Road and Vadtal-Jol-Bakrol Road in Anand; Valam-Kadi Road and Peplu-Kapra Road in Mehsana; Luni-Gundala-Patri-Tappar-Babiya Road in Kutch; Talaja-Gopnath Road in Bhavnagar; Kalavad-Jamvanthali-Fala Road in Jamnagar; and Kothara Approach Road in Narmada district.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Living in Ahmedabad, I've seen how bad our roads can get during rains. Using old materials to build new roads sounds smart - it reduces waste and saves money. But Rs 1,147 crore is still a huge amount! Will the durability actually improve? Let's hope there's strict quality control.
Great initiative! Climate-resilient roads are crucial for a state like Gujarat that faces extreme heat and heavy rains. The Stress Absorbing Membrane Interlayer sounds promising - hope it actually prevents cracks. My only concern is whether local contractors are trained to implement this technology properly.
As someone who frequently travels for work across Gujarat, this news is very welcome. Roads in Bharuch and Kutch especially need urgent attention. I appreciate the focus on reducing carbon emissions - every bit helps in fighting climate change. But I wonder if these newer materials will handle heavy trucks on highways like Ahmedabad-Vadodara corridor.
This is a smart move! India generates massive construction waste, and reusing old pavement and soil is both economical and eco-friendly. The Rs 50 crore for Jambusar-Tankali-Deola road is a good start. However, I'd like to see more transparency about how the savings from material reuse are being tracked and where they go.
Finally, some good news for rural Gujarat! Roads in districts like Patan and Mahisagar need this kind of attention. But I hope the government doesn't just focus on highways - village roads also need this green technology. And please ensure there's proper drainage alongside these roads, or new roads will get damaged quickly.
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