In one of the major moves in road infrastructure around the country, all existing single-lane National Highways (NH) will be converted to double lanes. Additionally, all national highways will be required to have two lanes along with paved shoulders to receive an NH tag, two persons privy with the plans of the road ministry mentioned.
A paved shoulder refers to the section of a highway that runs parallel to the main travel lanes and is at the same level. It serves a dual function by providing functional space for bicyclists and pedestrians to travel in the absence of other facilities with more separation.
