National Highway Authority of India, NHAI has geared up to keep National Highways in good condition before monsoon. In order to keep the national highways in patchless and traffic worthy condition, NHAI has directed its Regional Officers and Project Directors to undertake maintenance of the National Highways on top priority-basis considering ensuing monsoon season.<br />''<br />''The aim is to facilitate timely action and keep the highway stretches traffic-worthy ahead of the monsoon season latest by 30th of June. Road Transport and Highways Ministry said, NHAI has issued new policy guidelines to help its Regional offices to plan and expedite the process of highway maintenance in the desired manner. Regional Officers of NHAI have been delegated sufficient financial powers to take quick decisions regarding maintenance activities.<br />''<br />''The Ministry said, Project Directors have been advised to make assessment of the condition of highways supported by technology driven tools through car mounted camera, drone and Network Survey Vehicle for identification of various highway distress and plan rectification measures. It has directed all field officers to adhere to the timelines, regularly monitor the progress of maintenance work. <br />