The National Highways Authority of India (National Highways Authority of India) and Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (Konkan Railway Corporation Limited) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen integrated infrastructure development and optimise resources. The MoU was signed at NHAI headquarters in New Delhi in the presence of NHAI Chairman Shri Santosh Kumar Yadav and senior officials from both organisations.
The agreement establishes a broad framework for collaboration in planning and execution of road and rail infrastructure, particularly in challenging terrains where integrated solutions can enhance efficiency, safety and economic value. Key focus areas include rail-cum-road bridges and tunnels, multimodal logistics parks, inter-modal hubs, grade separators and development of common utility corridors.
Under the MoU, KRCL will provide specialised technical support to NHAI in complex bridge and tunnel projects, including design review, proof checking, safety audits and slope stabilisation. The collaboration also covers quality and safety audits of existing tunnels and slope protection works, along with training programmes for NHAI officers at KRCL’s training institute.
Both organisations will share best practices in project management, engineering design, construction methodologies, geological risk management and environmental management. The MoU also envisages collaborative research in innovative construction materials and techniques, as well as project-specific consultancy services.
The partnership further provides for joint identification and utilisation of surplus or underutilised land parcels along national highways and the Konkan Railway corridor for commercial development, logistics facilities and allied infrastructure. Emphasis will also be placed on improving first-mile and last-mile connectivity, integrating road and rail networks, and exploring dedicated freight linkages to enhance goods movement efficiency.
In addition, NHAI and KRCL will collaborate on adoption of advanced technologies and digital solutions for project monitoring, traffic and asset management, supported by data sharing to improve operational efficiency.
A Joint Working Group will be constituted to identify projects, undertake feasibility studies, develop proposals and monitor implementation. The MoU will be valid for an initial period of five years, reinforcing NHAI’s commitment to integrated planning and future-ready infrastructure development.
