12th India-Japan Joint Working Group on Roads and Road Transportation held in Delhi
The 12th session of India – Japan Joint Working Group (JWG) on Roads and Road Transportation Sector was held on 15th October, 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Date & Venue
- Held on 15 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
- Organized by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).
Purpose
- Strengthen India-Japan cooperation in the road transportation sector.
- Promote exchange of technical knowledge, experience, and best practices.
Key Focus Areas
- Advanced road construction technologies.
- Tunnel and bridge engineering.
- Sustainable infrastructure development.
- Digital and smart technologies in road management.
- Road infrastructure planning, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Alignment with National Vision
- Supports Viksit Bharat @2047, aimed at making India a developed nation by 2047.
- Contributes to improved connectivity, logistics efficiency, and economic growth.
Participation
- Representatives from the Governments of India and Japan.
- Officials from the Ministry of Railways and Ministry of Power.
- Experts from technical institutions and industry stakeholders.
Key Outcomes
- Exchange of views on innovative and sustainable infrastructure practices.
- Discussion on adoption of emerging technologies in road transport.
- Reaffirmed commitment to India-Japan collaboration in developing modern, efficient, and sustainable road infrastructure.
Takeaway
The meeting strengthened bilateral cooperation and highlighted the role of technology, sustainability, and knowledge-sharing in advancing road and transport infrastructure.
