Nitin Gadkari Archives

Nitin Gadkari’s Master Plan: India’s 1st EV truck battery swapping station is just the beginning

Topnewsplus1 week ago04 mins

Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari has inaugurated India’s first commercial electric truck battery swapping and charging station at the Delhi International Cargo Terminal Private Limited (DICT) in Panchi Gurjan village, Sonipat. Promoting sustainable transportation and reducing logistic costs Gadkari emphasized that electric vehicles will play an important role, as this innovative…

‘Until human behaviour changes…’: Nitin Gadkari urges public cooperation on reducing road fatalities

Topnewsplus1 month ago05 mins

Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday appealed for public cooperation, acknowledging that changing human behaviour represents the most formidable obstacle in India’s battle against road fatalities, as he announced Rs 1.5 lakh insurance coverage for accident victims requiring hospitalisation up to seven days. Speaking at the 7th Edition of FICCI Road…

Rs 3,000 FASTag Annual Pass: What benefits can you expect apart from 200 toll-free trips on NH expressways?

Topnewsplus4 months ago04 mins

The FASTag-based Annual Pass is priced at Rs 3,000. This pass was announced by Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday, 18 June 2025. Effective from 15th August 2025. The FASTag Annual Pass is valid for one year from the date of activation or up to 200 trips, whichever comes first. The…