Media Release

Udupi, Mar 11: Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) and the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday, March 11, at Transport Bhawan, New Delhi, for technological collaboration on tunnel projects along National Highways.

The MoU was signed by Santosh Kumar Jha, CMD of KRCL, and Sudip Choudhary, DG (Road Development) & Special Secretary (i/c) of MoRTH, in the presence of senior officials from both the organisations.

The partnership aims to leverage KRCL’s expertise in tunnel safety audits and recommend remedial measures for tunnel projects, alongside other areas of mutual benefit for National Highways. This collaboration is expected to enhance safety standards and ensure the seamless execution of tunnel projects under MoRTH.

This MoU marks a significant step toward technical excellence and infrastructure safety, reaffirming the commitment of both KRCL and MoRTH to continuous improvements in National Highway projects across the country.