Current : Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated India’s first bio-bitumen-based National Highway stretch on NH-44 in Mansar, Nagpur.

This milestone, using lignin-based bio-bitumen technology developed by Praj Industries with CSIR-CRRI, NHAI, and Oriental, marks a significant advancement in roads.

About Bio-bitumen:

• Bitumen is a dense, highly viscous, petroleum-based hydrocarbon, found naturally or obtained as a residue from crude oil distillation.
• Uses:Primarily used in road construction, roofing, and waterproofing due to its adhesive and waterproofing properties.