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Road ministry shifts to slope stabilisation before building mountain roads
Economy
Published on 30 April 2026
Crews will stabilise slopes first, not after landslides
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is changing how mountain highways are planned. Instead of constructing first and addressing hazards later, it will stabilise slopes before roadwork begins in hilly regions. Officials say the approach will cut safety risks and improve the long-term durability of road infrastructure in areas prone to landslides and erosion.
- Slope stabilisation will be prioritised before road construction in mountains
- Aims to reduce hazards in hilly regions
- Expected to improve long-term road durability
- Road safety focus shifts from reactive to preventive measures
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