Gujarat to switch road material, aid flood-hit Ahmedabad like Surat
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Infrastructure (energy, ports, roads, railways)· Prelims·
Why in news
The Gujarat cabinet, chaired by CM Bhupendra Patel, approved a shift from asphalt to cement-concrete for internal and village roads to enhance durability against waterlogging.
Background
The Gujarat government is transitioning road construction materials to cement-concrete to reduce maintenance costs. The state is also replicating the Surat flood-relief model, providing tax exemptions and business support to flood-hit areas in Ahmedabad.
Facts for Prelims
- FactCement-concrete is being adopted over asphalt for internal and village roads in Gujarat to combat waterlogging.
- PlaceAhmedabad and Surat are the primary cities in Gujarat receiving specific flood-relief financial packages.
- PostBhupendra Patel is the current Chief Minister of Gujarat.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how infrastructure material selection and localized disaster relief models can enhance urban resilience against climate-induced flooding in rapidly developing states.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Material durability: Cement-concrete's superior resistance to waterlogging compared to asphalt in high-precipitation zones.
- Fiscal decentralization: Replicating successful city-specific relief models (Surat) to standardize disaster response in other urban centers.
- Maintenance efficiency: Reducing long-term fiscal burden by prioritizing high-durability materials in rural and internal road networks.
Keywords: Urban Resilience · Climate Adaptation · Infrastructure Durability · Disaster Mitigation · Fiscal Policy
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