Utkarsh India Organised “Yatra Kavach 2025”: A Step Towards Safer Smarter Highway

Utkarsh India Organised “Yatra Kavach 2025”: A Step Towards Safer Smarter Highway

On 28th May, New Delhi -Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon’ble Minister of Road Transport and Highways, was the chief guest at YATRA KAVACH, an initiative by Utkarsh India Ltd. to advance road safety through innovation and technology. The event aimed to promote intelligent infrastructure, crash barriers, advancement, and sustainable transport solutions. This initiative brought together the policymakers, industry leaders, infrastructure experts, and stakeholders to collaborate on building a safer, smarter highway network for India.

A Panel of Experts at Yatra Kavach 2025 

The event was hosted by an expert panel discussion featuring renowned voice from the sector:

  • Dr. Sudhir R. Hosting, Chief Mentor, IRB Infrastructure Developers Ltd
  • Mr. Ajay Sabharwal, Ex-GM(Tech), National Highway Authority of India
  • Mr. Sunil Kumar Nirmal, Director General - Ministry of Road, Transport and Highways & Secretary General
  • Mr. Suresh Kumar, GM, Road Safety - National Highways Authority of India
  • Sagar Bendre, Head of Crash Testing - Facility at NATRAX
  • Manoj Kumar Gupta, President Technical, Gawar Construction Ltd.
  • Key Announcements From Yatra Kavach 2025

    The event marked the launch of the Highway Automation Toll system, which will replace traditional manual toll booths. Additionally, automation will not only reduce travel time and fuel consumption but also significantly enhance road safety and traffic management. A nationwide rollout of 130-seater electric buses, which are currently being piloted in Nagpur.  While emphasising road safety, the standardization of crash barrier specifications for Indian standards was also discussed at that event. Instead of subsidising new and sustainable road safety products, the government will create direct procurement to drive market opportunities for manufacturers. Aligned with that, the panel also highlighted the sustainable development goals and plans to rebuild the infrastructure of waste management. While at the peak of the event, an emotionally resonant song performed by acclaimed singer Shanker Mahadevan was launched at the event. This song is released all over the country in 22 different regional dialects. The event concluded with a reaffirmed commitment to build world-class, cost-effective infrastructure and innovation 

    Utkarsh India’s Role in Highway Safety and Infrastructure

    As a sustainable contributor to all the best infrastructure companies in India, Utkarsh India was honored to organise Yatra Kavach 2025 and lend its expertise to a cause closely aligned with its core mission. With over four decades of experience in manufacturing top-grade road safety crash barriers, high mast lighting, and other infrastructure essentials, Utkarsh plays a vital role in building safe highways and road safety barriers across the country. 

    Crash Barries

    As a recognised and largest brand name among the road safety products manufacturers in India, Utkarsh’s crash barriers are engineered to meet the international and Indian safety standards, effectively minimizing damage and fatalities during accidents. These safety road barriers are developed extensively on national and state highways, flyovers, and high-speed corridors. 

    In line with growing emphasis on sustainability, the industry has introduced eco-friendly alternatives such as bamboo crash barriers, made from specially treated bamboo. These barriers are designed to prevent vehicles from veering off the road while offering a greener substitute to conventional steel or concrete barriers.

    High Mast Lighting System

    Utkarsh India’s high mast lighting solution plays an essential role in enhancing highway safety, especially during the night hours and low visibility conditions. These tall, strategically placed lighting structures provide uniform illumination over large areas, significantly reducing the risk of accidents which are caused by poor visibility. Utkarsh, as a road safety products manufacturer in India constantly improving safety and comfort for commuters. All their systems and products are built with guaranteed durability, low maintenance, and optimal illumination, contributing to a secure and well-lit transportation network.

    Utkarsh India At The Forefront

    Over the years, Utkarsh India Ltd. has grown into a future-ready enterprise, committed to meeting global demand with sustainable and innovative solutions. Placing the customer at the heart of every product life cycle. As India prepares for the future where automation, technology, and safety drive transportation policy, Utkarsh India, recognised as the best infrastructure company in India, stands ready to support and empower this transformation. Our commitment goes beyond manufacturing; we are partners in progress, contributing to the mission for safer, smarter, and more efficient mobility. By supporting initiatives like Yatra Kavach 2025, we reaffirm our dedication to innovation, road safety, and public welfare.

    Let’s build a world class infrstructure where every journey is not just a commute- but a promise of safety, comfort, and progress.