What is Humsafar Policy?

About Humsafar Policy:

• It is a comprehensive initiative aimed at enhancing facilities along India’s national highways.
• The policy seeks to improve the convenience, safety, and comfort of highway travelers by providing a wide range of services at key locations along the road network.
• Under this policy, rest stop sequipped with essential amenities like clean washrooms, food courts, parking spaces, and first-aid services will be developed across major highways.
• Dedicated rooms for baby care, equipped with changing tables and other essentials, will be provided for families travelling with young children.
• It includes provisions for creating multi-utility spaces at regular intervals to cater to the diverse needs of travelers.
  • These spaces will feature fuel stations, electric vehicle (EV) charging points, convenience stores, and other roadside services that are expected to reduce driver fatigue and improve overall road safety.
• Dormitories will be introduced at fuel stations to provide short-term accommodation for truck drivers, travellers, and those requiring a rest break during long-distance travel.
• Accessibility will be a key focus, with wheelchair provisions made available for differently-abled travellers.
• The initiative also aims to promote sustainability by incorporating green technologies, such as solar-powered facilities and EV infrastructure, contributing to India's environmental goals.

Q1: Which is the longest National Highway in India?

NH44, also known as the Old NH 7, is the longest national highway in India. It stretches for a whopping 3,745 kilometers (2,327 miles), connecting Srinagar in the northern tip of Jammu and Kashmir to Kanyakumari at the southernmost point of India.

Source: Nitin Gadkari launches Humsafar policy to provide wayside amenities