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Agriculture, Rural India Are 'First Priority For The Government

Agriculture, Rural India Are 'First Priority For The Government

Mar 24, 2026, 05:01 PM IST

Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport and Highways emphasized that agriculture and rural India constitute the first priority for the government. The remarks highlight the administration's focus on strengthening the agricultural sector and supporting rural communities. The speaker's statement underscores the importance placed on these areas in government policy and planning.

“Smaller People Must Invest”: Gadkari Pushes Wealth Decentralisation To Boost India’s Growth

“Smaller People Must Invest”: Gadkari Pushes Wealth Decentralisation To Boost India’s Growth

Mar 24, 2026, 02:59 PM IST

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari highlighted significant progress in infrastructure development, stating that key environmental, railway, and land acquisition clearances have been streamlined, allowing projects to move faster. He emphasised that improved coordination has reduced delays and risks, accelerating highway construction across the country. Gadkari also stressed the importance of decentralizing wealth through public participation in investments, including infrastructure bonds, to benefit small investors and retirees. Citing projects like the Dwarka Expressway, he underlined how highways drive economic growth, boost real estate, generate employment, and deliver multi-fold returns to the economy.

“Delhi-Dehradun Flight Band Ho Jayegi”: Gadkari Says Expressways Will Change Travel Forever

“Delhi-Dehradun Flight Band Ho Jayegi”: Gadkari Says Expressways Will Change Travel Forever

Mar 02, 2026, 02:38 PM IST

“Delhi-Dehradun Flight Band Ho Jayegi”: Gadkari Says Expressways Will Change Travel Forever

“Aap Dhakka Maroge…?”: Gadkari Recalls India Today Reporter Question, Jokes On Electric Car Moment

“Aap Dhakka Maroge…?”: Gadkari Recalls India Today Reporter Question, Jokes On Electric Car Moment

Mar 02, 2026, 02:28 PM IST

“Aap Dhakka Maroge…?”: Gadkari Recalls India Today Reporter Question, Jokes On Electric Car Moment

“Logistics Cost Now In Single Digit”: Gadkari Credits Expressways And Electric Push

“Logistics Cost Now In Single Digit”: Gadkari Credits Expressways And Electric Push

Mar 02, 2026, 02:31 PM IST

“Logistics Cost Now In Single Digit”: Gadkari Credits Expressways And Electric Push

“No Risk, No Budget Worries”: Gadkari Says India Ready For ₹10 Lakh Crore Infra Surge

“No Risk, No Budget Worries”: Gadkari Says India Ready For ₹10 Lakh Crore Infra Surge

Mar 02, 2026, 12:46 PM IST

At the BT Banking and Economy Summit, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari outlined sweeping reforms in India’s road infrastructure and BOT model. In conversation with Business Today, Group Editor, Siddharth Zarabi, he said the government has redesigned agreements to reduce contractor risk, introduced revenue-sharing safeguards, and accelerated clearances with 90% land acquisition before project awards. With FASTag, technology-led tolling, and NBFC participation, collection costs have sharply fallen, boosting efficiency and transparency. Gadkari highlighted massive expressway expansion, North East connectivity projects, green construction innovations, and reduced logistics costs. Confident in funding and execution capacity, he asserted India can execute projects worth ₹10 lakh crore without financial constraints.

“₹1.5 Lakh Crore In 8 Days?”: Gadkari Says India’s Road Projects Now Need No Budget Support

“₹1.5 Lakh Crore In 8 Days?”: Gadkari Says India’s Road Projects Now Need No Budget Support

Mar 02, 2026, 12:41 PM IST

At the BT Banking and Economy Summit, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, in conversation with Business Today, Group Editor, Siddharth Zarabi, outlined the transformation of India’s road infrastructure and financing models. He said highway monetisation through InvIT, TOT, BOT and hybrid annuity models has unlocked massive investor confidence, claiming projects worth ₹1.5 lakh crore can be monetised in days. Gadkari highlighted reforms such as 90% land acquisition before awarding projects, full environmental clearances, and restructuring stalled projects to protect banks from NPAs. With strong IRRs, growing automobile demand, and falling logistics costs, he asserted that infrastructure is now financially viable, bankable, and central to India’s economic growth story.

“Fuel Of The Future”: Gadkari Bets On Hydrogen To Power India

“Fuel Of The Future”: Gadkari Bets On Hydrogen To Power India

Mar 02, 2026, 12:32 PM IST

At the BT Banking & Economy summit, Nitin Gadkari highlighted how infrastructure has been central to India’s growth over the past 11 years under the Modi government. He said roads, logistics, fuel innovation and expressways are transforming economic efficiency. Gadkari cited studies showing India’s logistics cost has fallen from 14–16% of GDP to single digits due to access-controlled highways and faster connectivity like Delhi-Mumbai and Chennai-Bengaluru corridors. He emphasized electric trucks, battery swapping, and hydrogen pilots as game changers, reducing fuel costs and import dependence. With alternative fuels like ethanol, LNG and hydrogen, Gadkari expressed confidence that India could shift from energy importer to exporter in the coming years.

Banking On Infrastructure Growth | Financing India’s Build-Out | BT Summit

Banking On Infrastructure Growth | Financing India’s Build-Out | BT Summit

Feb 28, 2026, 10:29 PM IST

Infrastructure development is central to India’s growth ambitions, and financing this expansion requires strong collaboration between government and financial institutions. Nitin Gadkari, Minister for Road Transport & Highways, shares insights on India’s infrastructure roadmap, public-private partnerships, and funding mechanisms. Moderated by Siddharth Zarabi, the session explores how banks and NBFCs can support large-scale infrastructure projects while managing long-term risks. The discussion highlights innovative financing models, capital mobilisation, and the role of infrastructure in job creation and economic competitiveness. Anchored in The Great Reset theme, the session outlines how infrastructure finance can drive sustainable growth.

BT Best Banks @30: Nitin Gadkari honours winners, ICICI Bank named Bank of the Year as sector discusses AI, structural shifts

BT Best Banks @30: Nitin Gadkari honours winners, ICICI Bank named Bank of the Year as sector discusses AI, structural shifts

Feb 28, 2026, 09:09 PM IST

The Business Today’s 30th edition of Best Banks saw 18 awards across banking, NBFC and fintech categories, with policymakers and industry leaders discussing AI, capital market expansion and the road to Viksit Bharat.

Electric car prices to be at par with Ice engine in six months: Gadkari

Electric car prices to be at par with Ice engine in six months: Gadkari

Feb 28, 2026, 08:14 PM IST

Electric cars and two-wheeler prices will be at par with ICE engine vehicles with technology development in lithium-ion battery.

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