Bhubaneswar: Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Friday inaugurated the 84th session of the Indian Road Congress (IRC) in Bhubaneswar with a call to use innovative methods for road building.

Accompanied by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, members of the IRC and other dignitaries, Gadkari formally opened the session by lighting the ceremonial lamp at Janata Maidan in the capital city. ADVERTISEMENT

Speaking at the event, the Union Minister affirmed the Centre’s commitment to actively assisting Odisha in strengthening its road infrastructure.

Announcing Rs 1,000 crore as a token gift from the Centre for Odisha’s road sector, Gadkari asked the state government to send a proposal for a DRR project. “Please send a proposal and I will approve it,” he said.

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