The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI) has developed the innovative MSS+ technology, and the Uttar Pradesh Rural Road Development Authority (UPRRDA) is using it to build eco-friendly rural roads.
The initiative, under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), will see about 202 kilometres of roads constructed across the state this year.
Revolutionary Technology for Green Roads
MSS+ technology eliminates the need to heat aggregate and bitumen, allowing road construction in all weather conditions. According to CSIR-CRRI Director and Indian Roads Congress President, Dr. Manoranjan Parida, roads built with this method surpass conventional hot mix roads in durability and performance.
Secretary of the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research and CSIR Director General, Dr. N. Kalaiselvi, inspected an MSS+ constructed road in Gonda district. The site, located along the Mankapur–Nawabganj to Baksra via Ambarpur route, showcased the technology’s quality. Accompanied by senior officials and scientists, Dr. Kalaiselvi praised the method’s ability to cut carbon emissions, aligning with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Scaling Up Across Uttar Pradesh
Chief Engineer of UPRRDA, Mr. Brijesh Kumar Dubey, confirmed that 38 PMGSY roads will use 30 mm thick MSS+ technology. These projects are funded through central incentives, with future expansion already on the agenda.
Research and Proven Performance
The technology, co-developed by CSIR-CRRI and J.M.V.D. Industries in 2021, followed two years of rigorous research. The first road using MSS+ in Uttar Pradesh was built near Lucknow in 2022 and has shown excellent performance for three years. Roads in six districts are currently under construction using this green innovation.
National Potential
Dr. Kalaiselvi expressed confidence that successful implementation in Uttar Pradesh could inspire similar projects nationwide. The approach offers a cost-effective, sustainable alternative for rural infrastructure, particularly in states facing climate challenges.