NHAI Caps Projects per Engineer to Boost Quality Control
In a major move to strengthen quality supervision and enhance execution standards of national highway projects, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has limited the number of projects a designated Engineer can oversee to a maximum of 10. This restriction applies to consultancy firms serving as Independent Engineers, Authority Engineers, or Supervision Consultants and aims to ensure better compliance with specifications and contract provisions.
On June 12, 2025, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, via PIB Delhi, released new supervision guidelines for National Highway projects. The decision comes after it was observed that overburdened engineers were unable to meet contractual supervision standards, affecting the quality and safety of highway infrastructure across India.
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Summary/Static | Details |
Why in the news? | NHAI Caps Projects per Engineer to Boost Quality Control |
Authority | National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) |
Key Policy Change | Cap of 10 projects per designated Engineer |
Applicable Roles | Independent Engineer, Authority Engineer, Supervision Consultant |
Applicable Project Models | Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM), Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) |
Site Visit | Frequency Monthly visits required |
Implementation Timeline | To take effect after 60 days |
Purpose | Improve project monitoring, quality, and travel safety |
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