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Overview of Road Infrastructure in India: Important Facts for Road Surveys by Dolphin Engineer

Road infrastructure is one of the important components of socio-economic growth for any country and India is no exception. The comprehensive diversities of the road network in the country support an efficient movement of resources from the rural to the urban area contributing to urbanization and economic integration. As road transport comprises a considerable share of 4.8% of GDP, the importance of the good and extensive network of roads cannot be belittled at all.

The blog describes the details concerning the present scenario, problems, and initiatives in India's case, especially from the point of view of road surveyors, to give more insight into the surveys and assessments that are in progress.

Importance of Road Infrastructure: The backbone of India's transportation is the road network. The network economically acts as a growth driver by linking the villages, towns, and cities for the exchange that results from both domestic and international trade. The network comprises over 5.5 million kilometres of roads, comprising expressways, national highways, state highways, district, and rural roads. As India is progressing towards urbanization and modernization, understanding the complexity of this system is crucial in planning effectively, maintenance, and upgrades for road surveyors.

Road Types in India:

Expressways: These are the high-class road networks that can be used at speeds up to 120 km/h in India. As of March 2023, India possesses an expressway network of 4,067 kilometers connecting important cities and improving travel times.

NH National Highways: NHAI These highways form part of the core national network connecting the country from one end to the other. Despite making up just 2% of India's road length, they carry an impressive 40% of the traffic in India and can normally allow a speed of 80-100 km/h.

State Highways (SH): State highways connect cities of a particular state and are maintained by the state governments concerned.

Major District Roads (MDR): MDRs link district headquarters with other key places within the district.

Other District Roads (ODR) These roads are vital for the development of rural areas as they connect minor towns and villages.

Village Roads These are one-lane roads that connect the rural areas with other larger road networks. These roads are locally the responsibility of gram panchayats and normally have a speed limit of 20-30 km/h.

Road Infrastructure Scenario: India's road transport network handles more than 60 per cent of the country's goods and 90 per cent of passengers, but it also faces several problems:

Traffic Congestion: Traffic congestion at the national highways is very high: The national highways make up only 2 per cent of the total roads but still carry a major chunk of the country's traffic. Consequently, it causes bottlenecks.

Low Capacity and Maintenance Ends Most of the roads, especially rural and district roads, lack proper maintenance that puts forward issues of safety and time loss.

Safety Issues: More vehicles with not-so-good road conditions have led to more and more accidents. Inappropriate signposts, uneven surfaces, and broken roads make the safety even worse.

The Road Surveys' Role: Road surveys at Dolphin Engineer are considered relevant to the Indian road network concerning condition assessment, capacity, and safety. The engineers of the company gather data from the site on traffic volume, road conditions, and bottlenecks for informed upgrading and maintenance or expansion decisions.

A detailed survey would find such potholes, damaged stretches, poor signage, and weak bridges under such circumstances. Attention is needed to avoid accidents and to smoothen traffic flows.

Conclusion: India, having vast road infrastructures, many areas still make their way towards growth with the assistance of Dolphin Engineer through various road surveys. Those parts that keep a check on the efficient and safe transportation system are another important part to be done. Keeping in mind the latest technological range at every step, by catering to the specific needs of various kinds of roads, Dolphin Engineer is strictly committed to providing aid in the development of India's road infrastructure to meet the booming nation.

For further information about how Dolphin Engineer can help your needs for a road survey, visit www.dolphinengineers.com.

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Singapore's success in mass transportation lies in its integrated approach to urban planning. By aligning public transport with land use and development, they ensured accessibility and convenience for all. The Philippines can learn from this by prioritizing integrated transport planning to connect residential, commercial, and industrial zones seamlessly. Key Takeaway: Integrate transport and urban planning to boost accessibility and convenience.

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Inland Water Transport Network in Cochin City

Published by Cochin Municipal Corporation, 2010.

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LIGHT RAIL - TRAM SYSTEM

(Blog) LIGHT RAIL - TRAM SYSTEM

January 2, 2020

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Why The Reserve Residences By PropNex Executive Director Kelvin Fong

Why The Reserve Residences By PropNex Executive Director Kelvin Fong https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yI0-kXgBBE The Reserve Residences is a luxurious integrated development that offers an unparalleled living experience in the picturesque Beauty World neighbourhood. Featuring a dynamic blend of 1- to 5-bedroom luxury residences and serviced apartments, our development is seamlessly connected to nature attractions and transport networks, making it an ideal choice for those seeking both luxury and convenience. Our retail spaces and public areas are thoughtfully designed to cater to your every need, providing a one-stop solution for all your daily requirements. At The Reserve Residences, we pride ourselves on providing green living solutions and breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, immersing our residents in a natural, tranquil environment. Whether you're looking for a spacious family home or a sophisticated apartment, our range of unit options ensures that you'll find your dream living space. Our location in the thriving Beauty World neighbourhood offers easy access to a wide range of amenities, including shopping malls, schools, and healthcare facilities. With our commitment to sustainable living and luxury amenities, The Reserve Residences offers the ultimate living experience. Register for Appointment and More Information here: https://edmundee.com.sg/the-reserve-residences/ #TheReserveResidences #LuxuryLiving #IntegratedDevelopment #BeautyWorld #NatureAttractions #ServicedApartments #RetailSpaces #TransportNetworks #GreenLiving #BreathtakingViews #SustainableLiving #FamilyLiving #SophisticatedLiving #ConvenientLiving #Amenities #ShoppingMalls #Schools #HealthcareFacilities via Edmund Ee https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClPSt5p-oYlf-2pZUw5y0bw May 14, 2023 at 08:12AM

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North to receive £2,300 less per person in travel spending than London, says think tank

Boris Johnson has been urged to keep his promises after a report suggested the North is set to receive more than £2,300 less per person in transport spending than London.

The Government’s planned transport spending for London is almost three times more per head than the North unless investment in the Northern Powerhouse gets the go-ahead, a think-tank said.

That figure rises to seven times more per person than in Yorkshire and the Humber or the North East, according to the IPPR North research based on Government figures and published on Monday.

Its analysis said that the capital will receive £3,636 in transport spending per person, while the North will receive £1,247 in planned spending.

The study also suggested that the spending gap had widened over the last decade, with the boost in London being 2.5 times more than in the North.

IPPR researcher Luke Raikes said: “These figures show that the Prime Minister must urgently follow through on his promises to invest in northern transportinfrastructure and devolve power to the North’s leaders.

“The Northern Powerhouse agenda could benefit people across the whole country. Northern transport infrastructure is a national priority.”

A Government spokeswoman said: “We do not recognise these misleading figures – we’re spending more on transport per person in the North than anywhere else.

“We are committed to reversing decades of under-investment in northern transport including providing a record £13 billion by 2020 to improve transportnetworks in the North.

“As the Prime Minister recently set out, this Government wants to drive growth across the North including through Northern Powerhouse Rail, giving local leaders greater powers and investing £3.6 billion in towns across England.”

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PhD scholarship in Dynamic Traffic Assignment with Integrated Behavioural Modelling

PhD scholarship in Dynamic Traffic Assignment with Integrated Behavioural Modelling

DTUManagement at the Technical University of Denmark invites applications for a3-year PhD position in the Network modelling group of the division ofTransport. The topic of the project concerns developing Dynamic TrafficAssignment models that embed realistic and consistent behavioural modelling.

Transportnetworks have been shown to highly influence the way people organise theirlives. In order to…

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Funding shortfall straining transportation system - Mon, 11 Aug 2014 PST | countywa.com

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TfL announces safety ban of privately-owned e-scooters and e-unicycles on transport network

TfL has announced that all privately-owned e-scooters and e-unicycles, including those that can be folded or carried, will be banned on London's transport network from next Monday. #ban #tfl #london #escooter #escooters #eunicycle #eunicycles #e-scooter #e-scooters #e-unicycle #e-unicycles #scooter #unicycle #scooters #unicycles Read the full article