Nitin Gadkari Rolls Out The Upgraded RAJMARG PRAVESH 2.0

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari launched the upgraded RAJMARG PRAVESH portal on February 25 2026 which is to ensure faster and transparent NOC approvals for National Highways. This revamped platform simplifies permissions for fuel stations, private properties, utilitie, and wayside amenities along highways. Developed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, the portal aims to improve ease of doing business and make the approval process time-bound and hassle-free.

Nitin Gadkari Launches RAJMARG PRAVESH Portal 2.0

• Union Minister Nitin Gadkari unveiled the upgraded RAJMARG PRAVESH portal in New Delhi.
• The portal has been redesigned to streamline the process of obtaining No Objection Certificates (NOCs) related to National Highways.
• The launch reflects the government’s focus on digital governance and faster clearances for infrastructure-linked activities.
• The RAJMARG PRAVESH portal is expected to reduce paperwork and improve transparency in approvals.

What is the RAJMARG PRAVESH Portal?

The RAJMARG PRAVESH portal is an online platform for granting permissions related to access and utility works along National Highways.

Through the portal, applicants can seek NOCs for,

• Fuel stations and wayside amenities
• Private properties and industrial access roads
• Rest area complexes
• Connecting roads to highways
• Utility installations like water pipelines, gas pipelines, optical fibre cables and electrical lines

The upgraded RAJMARG PRAVESH portal ensures faster NOC approvals and real-time tracking of applications.

How the New Portal Improves NOC Approvals on National Highways

The revamped RAJMARG PRAVESH portal introduces a simplified digital workflow. Citizens, businesses and government agencies can now apply online without visiting multiple offices.

Key improvements include,

• Transparent processing of applications
• Time-bound approvals
• Online submission and monitoring
• Reduced manual intervention

This move supports the government’s broader objective of enhancing ease of doing business and reducing delays in highway-related projects.

Boost to Infrastructure and Utility Projects

• The portal also facilitates permissions for laying essential infrastructure utilities along or across highways.
• These include gas pipelines, optical fibre cables, and electricity transmission lines.
• By making NOC approvals for National Highways faster and more transparent the RAJMARG PRAVESH portal will help accelerate infrastructure growth.
• Industries and service providers will benefit from reduced compliance hurdles and quicker project execution timelines.

Question

Q. The RAJMARG PRAVESH portal is related to approvals for activities alone,

A) Railways
B) Airports
C) National Highways
D) Ports