摘要: |
Maharashtra state is bestowed with areas varying in geological and climatic conditions spreading over 3,08,000 sq km. The state possesses the most advanced urban conglomerates like Mumbai and Pune, a coastal region of 720 kms in length and dry, arid Zones of interior area of Marathwada and Vidarbha. The targets in road development plan require huge investment from the Government but there are constraints of Funds. The allocations from Government does not match with the requirement of Funds which are required for better highway infrastructure. The Maharashtra Government has, therefore, taken initiative and introduced Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT) Policy first time in India. Therefore, many highway projects are completed under Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT)/Public Private Participation (PPP). This paper deals with the approach towards the overall development of road network in the state by providing proper thoughts considering required road network and difficulties to achieve target of road development of the state. The author has suggested that the road infrastructure can be developed with proper strategic planning through public and private sector participation. |