National Highway Authority of India Act, 1988 see National Highways Act, 1956

This authoritative edition contains the full text of the National Highway Authority of India Act, 1988, which formally established NHAI as the apex body responsible for the development, maintenance, and management of national highways across India. The Act outlines the powers, duties, administrative structure, funding mechanisms, and statutory responsibilities of the Authority, forming the foundation for one of India’s most significant infrastructure institutions. To provide complete legal clarity, this volume includes direct references to the National Highways Act, 1956, which governs land acquisition, highway declaration, management, tolling, and related regulatory functions. Together, these references allow readers to understand the legal continuity between the administrative authority (NHAI) and the substantive law governing highways.
Formatted for ease of use, with clear section headings, indexing, and practical applicability, this book serves as a valuable resource for lawyers, government officials, engineers, academicians, consultants, and policy professionals engaged in transport and infrastructure sectors. It is also ideal for students and researchers studying administrative law, public authorities, or infrastructure governance in India.