NHAI Signs MoU with SSNNL to Simplify Approval Framework for National Highway and Irrigation Infrastructure Projects in Gujarat

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited (SSNNL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a simplified and time-bound approval framework for National Highway, canal, and pipeline crossings in Gujarat. The agreement focuses on strengthening inter-departmental coordination, facilitating faster approvals, and ensuring seamless project execution. Key provisions include a mutual waiver of various fees, charges, and levies to reduce project costs and procedural bottlenecks, early sharing of project information, adoption of standardized engineering practices, and clearly defined responsibilities for construction and maintenance. This collaborative framework aims to optimize public funds, accelerate infrastructure development, and promote integrated planning in the state.