NHAI Signs MoU with National Test House to Strengthen Quality Assurance in National Highway Projects

In a significant step towards further strengthening quality assurance and quality control mechanism in National Highway development, NHAI has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Test House (NTH), premier institution dedicated to quality assurance and testing under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Government of India.

Key Highlights
- Parties Involved:
- National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
- National Test House (NTH), a premier institution under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Government of India.
- Purpose: Strengthen quality assurance and quality control mechanisms in national highway projects.
- Date & Venue: Signed on 30 December 2025 at NHAI Headquarters, New Delhi

Scope of the MoU
- Independent & Third-Party Testing:
- Construction materials, components, and systems will be tested to ensure adherence to prescribed standards.
- Standards Compliance:
- Testing aligned with MoRTH specifications, BIS codes, and international standards.
- Technical Support:
- NTH will provide expert evaluation and opinions in complex/critical cases during project execution.
- Road Safety & Sustainability:
- Special focus on performance, reliability, and energy efficiency of safety-critical infrastructure (e.g., roadway lighting systems).

Capacity Building & Collaboration
- Training Programs: For NHAI officers and stakeholders.
- Knowledge Sharing: Dissemination of best practices in material testing and infrastructure management.
- Transparency & Accountability: Reinforces NHAI’s commitment to world-class quality standards.

Broader Impact
- Enhances uniformity and standardization across highway projects.
- Builds trust and credibility in India’s infrastructure development.
- Supports NHAI’s mission to deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable highways nationwide.

👉 In short: This MoU ensures that India’s national highways will be built with rigorous quality checks, global-standard testing, and stronger accountability, marking a big step toward safer and more sustainable infrastructure.