QR Codes Hit the Road: India’s Highways Get a Digital Makeover

In a tech-forward move, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is installing QR code-enabled Project Information Sign Boards across national highways to boost transparency and commuter convenience.

Key highlights:
1. These vertical boards will display QR codes that link to real-time project data including highway number, chainage, length, and construction timelines.
2. Emergency contacts such as Highway Patrol, Toll Manager, and NHAI field offices will be accessible instantly.
3. Commuters can scan for nearby amenities like hospitals, petrol pumps, toilets, restaurants, police stations, EV charging stations, and repair shops.
4. Boards will be placed at toll plazas, rest areas, truck lay-byes, and highway start/end points for maximum visibility.
5. Emergency helpline 1033 will be prominently displayed to enhance road safety.

This initiative aligns with Digital India’s vision of smart mobility and citizen-centric infrastructure.

Sources: Afternoon Voice, PSU Connect, Devdiscourse, ZeeBiz, Trayaan News.