CRRI Annual Report

Annual Report
2014-2015
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CSIR-Central Road Research Institute, New Delhi
Annual Report
2014-2015
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Contents
From Directors Desk v

Objectives of CRRI vii
Quality Policy viii
Summary of Progress
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

Geotechnical Engineering
Ground Improvement 5
Landslide Management 11
PAVEMENT ENGINEERING
Pavement Design & Rehabilitation 27
Pavements Materials & Construction Technologies 41
Road Asset Management 52
BRIDGES AND STRUCTURES 65
INSTRUMENTATION 84
TRAFFIC & TRANSPORTATION PLANNING

Traffic Engineering and Road Safety 87
Environmental Science 99
Transportation Planning 110
INFRASTRUCTURE & SUPPORT

HRD & PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation 127
Technology Management and Business Development 129
Information, Liaison & Training 130
DOCUMENTATION AND LIBRARY SERVICES 143
R&D SUPPORT SERVICES

Computer & Networking 144
Mechanical Engineering Support 146
Civil Engineering Support 148
Quality Management 149
Rajbhasha 150
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Contents
OTHER ACTIVITES OF THE INSTITUTE

Events 152
Award 168
Lectures Delivered 169
Technical Training, Deputation etc.

CRRI Scientists / Staff Deputed for Training 170
Deputation Abroad 172
Student Trainees 173
Visitors 179
Membership of Staff on Various Technical Committees 180
Membership of National and International Organisations 187
Marketable Products and Services 188
Publications
Papers Published in Journals 190
Papers Published in Seminar / Conference /Symposia 197
Staff of CRRI 207
Management Council 215
Research Council 216
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From Directors Desk
From
Directors Desk
It is indeed my pleasure to present the Annual Report of the Institute for the period 2014-15 which
reflects Institutes progress and achievements in all aspects including sponsored, collaborative, R&D
works, consultancy services provided, in-house projects carried out for the development of technology
and all other infrastructure and services provided during the year.
The R&D and consultancy services were focused in the area of Traffic Engineering, Transportation
Planning, Road Safety & Transport Environment; Geotechnical aspects of Road Development
Investigation, Slope Stability, Ground Improvement, Subsurface Drainage; Use of Waste and Marginal
Materials for Road Construction etc; Material Characterization, Design & Construction Techniques of
Flexible and Rigid Pavements, Pavement Evaluation, Maintenance and Rehabilitation; Instrumentation
for Highway and Bridges; Bridge Design, Instrumented Monitoring, Inspection & Evaluation,
Rehabilitation and Software Development.
Under 12th Five Year Plan Network Project on Development and Application of Technologies for
Sustainable Transportation (SUSTRANS), research has been conceived under two main modules
(i) Transportation Modules (8 work packages) and (ii) Road Modules (7 work packages). Under
Transportation Modules, work related to Advanced Car Driving Simulator for assessing the driving
related abilities of Drivers with Psychomotor problems or impairments is in progress. To achieve
overall objective of integrating of Public Transportation System, the transport model is developed
using Four Stage Modeling technique utilizing VISCOM software for the city of Delhi. A Petroleum
based Rejuvenating Agent has been developed for Recycling of Asphalt Pavement. Studies on the
Development of Manual on Indo-HCM for Determining the Roadway Capacity and Level of Service
(LoS) for Varying Type of Inter-urban Roads and Urban Roads separately are in progress. Studies
are being carried out at Signalized Intersections of Seven Cities Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai,
Bhopal, Vadodara and Chandigarh to Evaluate the Economic Loss due to Idling of Vehicles at Signalized
Intersections and Mitigation Measures.
The Institute also continued with its year round activities of conducting refresher course / training
programme in the area of road and road transport sector. In addition, an International Training
Course on Dissemination of Highway Development and Management was organized. It was attended
by participants within the country and other fellow development countries. Short term tailor made
training programmes were organized for the Engineers of Government of Iraq; National Rural Road
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From Directors Desk
Development Agencies; Uttar Pradesh Awas Evam Vikas Parishad, Lucknow; AECOM, New Delhi;
Rural Engineering Department, UP; and Road Construction Department, Bihar.
CSIR-CRRI contributed to human resource development in various areas by providing facilities to

students for project work and training. During the year, several students from reputed academic
institutions carried out their project work for B.Tech/M.Tech/M.Sc. programmes. Some of the students
worked for their Ph.D/post-graduate programme. In addition, under AcSIR, CRRI has also admitted
Students under M.Tech and Ph.D Programmes.
In its endeavor for effective technology transfer and building a close linkage with user organization,
the Institute handled large number of consultancy assignments and earned a sizeable cash resource.
Licensing agreements were signed with the Industries for transfer of Technologies SETUCARE :
the Mobile Bridge Inspection Unit and PATCHFILL: the Portable Repairing Machine. Three Patent
applications on A Process of using Thermocoal (Expanded Polystrene) Waste in Hot Bituminous
Mixes for Road Construction, Utilization of PVC Pipe Waste in Modifying Bitumen for Paving
Application, Development of Electro Mechanical Field Density Gauge were filed for Intellectual
Property Protection. A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed with Airports Authority of
India; NIT Calicut; HRS, Chennai and IDAC the Training and Assignment Institute.
A large number of distinguished Scientists both from India and abroad visited our Institute, delivered
Lectures, and held discussions with R&D Scientists of the Institute.
Many of our Scientists received National and International recognition, served as expert members on
important Committees and contributed in the preparation of Standards/ Codes of Practices/ Manuals/
Guidelines / Specification (IRC/BIS/MORTH).
I acknowledge the contributions made by everyone of our staff in the success achieved by the Institute
during the year.
Dr. S. Gangopadhyay
Director
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Objectives
Objectives
The scientific & technical objectives of CSIR-CRRI are:
l To develop specifications and manuals for construction of low cost roads for different
regions of country.
l To carry out applied research for investigation, construction and maintenance of different
type of roads and runway including studies on related materials such as aggregates,
bitumen, cement, etc. With a view to effecting economy and achieving greater
serviceability.
l To develop appropriate tools, machinery, equipment and instruments for adapting
technologies as related to highway engineering and relevant to the country for indigenous
use.
l To carry out research and development activities in all aspects of roads under varying
climatic and traffic conditions.
l To carry out research and development in all aspects of road traffic and transportation
engineering, including study of accidents, development of road safety measure, psychology
of road users and transportation economics in relation to different forms of transport.
l To render technical advice and consultancy services to various organisation in roads and
related fields to avoid import of foreign expertise.
l To train engineers through refresher courses, workshops and training programmes for wider
application of indigenously developed technologies .
l To create and establish all the needed infrastructure, both equipment and expertise , in
the various facets of highway and transportation engineering for investigation, planning,
design, construction and maintenance as well as to achieve judicious solutions for special
problems.
l To collaborate with other institution for R&D studies concerning roads, road transportation
and related practices particularly on regional problems.
l Publication of scientific and technical findings in journals, symposia, conferences, etc.
Devoted to research and development in related areas of highway engineering .
l Generation of intellectual property and its commercialization through technology transfer.
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Quality Policy
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The CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI)
endeavors to develop Professional Excellence in the area
of Roads and Road Transport and to undertake Research
& Development (R&D) Programmes, Consultancy Services
and HRD Programmes to evolve appropriate solutions to
the diverse technical problems faced by the profession.
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Summary of
Progress
Geotechnical Engineering
l Ground Improvement
l Landslide Management
Geotechnical Engineering Ground Improvement
Feasibility study for Utilisation of Air Cooled was also investigated for its suitability in Wet Mix
Blast Furnace Slag (ACBFS) in Road Making Macadam (WMM), Bituminous Concrete (BC) and
Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA) mixes. Experimental
As reported earlier, this study has been sponsored investigations were carried out to investigate the
by Steel Authority of India Limited, Ranchi. Air feasibility of ACBFC as a replacement of fine and
Cooled Blast Furnace Slag (ACBFS) from Bhilai coarse aggregates in Dry Lean Concrete (DLC) and
Steel Plant, was crushed to different sizes and Pavement Quality Concrete (PQC) mixes. Typical
investigated for its suitability in sub base, base, Properties of Aircooled Blast Furnace Slag in
bituminous and concrete mixes. Laboratory given in Table I. Design mix for WMM is given in
investigations were carried out to investigate the Fig. 1. Fig. 2 shows BC Slab prepared from ACBFS
feasibility of ACBFS-moorum-fly ash mixes instead for wheel tracking test.
of conventional Granular sub base. Crushed ACBFS
Table I : Properties of Aircooled Blast Furnace Slag

Property Tested Test MoRTH Specification IS Code Remarks
Results Limits for Aggregates (%)
Aggregate Impact Value 18.5% 24 Max for BC IS 2386 Values are well within the
(Dry Condition) 30 Max for Base (Part IV) specified limits
40 Max for Sub-Base
Aggregate Impact Value 22% -do- IS 5640 -do-
(After Soaking 3 days)
Los Angeles Abrasion 37% 30 Max for BC IS 2386 Value is marginally
Resistance 35 Max for DBM and (Part IV) higher but it is expected
Cement Concrete, to have no adverse effect
40 Max for Base on performance of road
pavement made using
ACBFS
Aggregate Crushing Test 34% Limits as per literature 45 IS 2386 -do-
for Base and 30 for cement (Part IV)
concrete
Water Absorption Test Varying 2 Max IS 2386 Less Reproducibility
from (Soundness test required if (Part III) compared to natural
2.5 to it is more than 2) aggregates, High value
4% is perhaps due to high
porosity
Specific Gravity 2.50 IS 2386 Typical Range
(Part III) 2.40 2.80
Combined Flakiness 34% 35 Max for Base and IS 2386 Can be further reduced by
and Elongation (EI + FI) Surface Courses (Part I) adopting proper crushing
Index method
Soundness Test 5.1% 12 Max IS 2386 Sodium Sulphate Solution
(Part V) used for test
Stripping Value Test 94% Minimum retained coating IS 6241 Within the specified limits
(Bitumen coating 95
retention)
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Ground Improvement Geotechnical Engineering
Fig. 1 : Design of WMM mix with Air cooled Blast Furnace Slag Fig. 2 : BC slab prepared from ACBFS for Wheel Tracking test
Fig. 3 : Data of different waste materials in GIS platform
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Technologies for Utilisation of Waste and the experimental investigation. All the proposed
Marginal Materials in Road Construction backfill materials were investigated for their
geotechnical characteristics. The pullout resistance
(12th Five year plan project SUSTRANS)
versus displacement curves of georids embedded in
The research is being carried out under different badarpur pond ash have been shown in Fig. 4. It
Tasks. Under Task 1, Database of different waste is observed that pullout resistance increases with
materials is being compiled on a GIS platform increase in displacement at all normal stresses.
(Fig. 3). Collection of available data (Physical, The increase is more significant at higher normal
Chemical and Geotechnical/Engineering properties) stresses as compared to lower normal stress.
on waste materials viz.-Cinder, Coal ashes from
Under Task 3, Fly ash was collected from badarpur
some of the power plants, Copper slag , Kimberlite,
power station and was studied for its morphology,
Jarofix, Steel slag and Zinc slag have been completed.
physical, geotechnical and for its mechanistic
Digitisation of maps of India viz. physical boundary,
characteristics.Cement stabilized fly ash was
rainfall and soil maps have also been completed.
investigated for different mechanistic parameters
Along with this data, typical pavement cross-
viz.
sections, photographs of field construction have
also been compiled. Unconfined compressive strength (UCS), Indirect
tensile Strength (IDT), Resilient modulus test, and
Under Task 2, Different types of identified waste/
Fatigue life. Resilient Modulus Test was carried
marginal materials viz. Pond ash, Foundry sand
out on cement stabilized fly ash cured for different
and Copper slag are being investigated for their
curing periods (Fig. 5).
suitability as a backfill material in reinforced
earthwall construction. Delhi silt is used as a Pneumatic testing machine which was capable of
reference material for comparison purposes. Pond applying haversine loading pulse having 0.1 second
ash was collected from Badarpur power plant rise time (10 to 90 percent) and 2 second pulse
located in the outskirts of Delhi, Copper slag repetition period (10 to 10 percent) was used as
was collected from Sterlite Industries Tuticorin, per AUSTROADS (2008). The load level value for
Tamil Nadu. Delhi silt was collected locally for resilient modulus testing was selected as 30 percent
Fig. 4 : Pullout test results of Geogrid -2 (60 kN/m) embedded in Badarpur pond ash

of the ITS value. The results of resilient modulus
values for different cement stabilized fly ashes is
given in Table II.
Table II : Resilient Modulus (MPa) Values for
Cement Stabilized Fly Ashes
Cement Content (%) 3 6 9

7 Day Curing 1620 3212 4423
14 Day Curing 1828 4028 6287
21 Day Curing 1918 4800 7475
28 Day Curing 6787 6912 8633
Statistical correlations have been developed
between resilient modulus and ITS Value
(Fig. 6). It is observed that resilient modulus value
varying linearly with ITS value having coefficient
of determination value (R2) equal to 0.96. This
correlation could be used for predicting the resilient
modulus value for cement stabilised fly ash mixture
with only ITS test, where there is no infrastructural Fig. 5 : Set-up for Resilient Modulus testing of cement stabilized
facility available for carrying cyclic test. material
Fig. 6 : Relationship between resilient modulus and ITS for cement stabilised fly ash

Development of Non Nuclear Density Gauge usage would chocking of voids of capillary cut
for Evaluation of Dry Density of the Compacted off layer or migration of fine particles which may
further reduce the drainage capacity of the capillary
Fill
cut off layer. Fine sand (A&B) and stone dust satisfy
Developed and fabricated a low cost non destructive, the filter criterion and were proposed to be used as
non nuclear, electro-mechanical equipment for capillary cut off. Detailed analysis was carried out
determination of dry density of compacted in situ to arrive at thickness of capillary cut-off (Table III)
soils. The equipment will be quite useful to user which was laid below the subgarde. A typical line
agencies for fast and safe quality assurance of diagram of proposed capillary cutoff layer is shown
highway projects. This equipment is indigenously in Fig. 7.
developed/economical and it is marketable. A
Table III : Recommended Thickness of Capillary
patent has been filed. Technology transfer is under
Cut Off
process.
Thickness of Capillary Cut Off
(mm)
Consultancy Assignment Materials Virgin Excluding
Material 0.15mm Passing
Design of Capillary Cutoff and Improvement Material
of Sub Grade Layers for the Construction of Fine sand (A) 500 250
Thanesar Dhand to Khanouri Road
Fine sand (B) 600 250
A bypass road of about 3.50 km length was
Stone Dust 700 300
constructed in the district Kaithal, Haryana.
Considering the high water table in the area, laying
a capillary cut-off to protect the subgrade was a Pavement Design of 2-Lane Road to be
necessity. At the instance of Haryana PWD, different Constructed on Existing Embankment bund
available local materials viz. coarse sand, stone from Km. 13.175 to 17.000 adjacent to
chips, fine sand (Two types, A&B) and tibba soil was
NH-24 on the Upstream Right Side of Hindon
investigated for its suitability as capillary cut-off.
From the results it was concluded that coarse sand
River, Ghaziabad
and stone chips did not satisfy the filter criterion The widening of existing bund road from Km 13.175
and are not found suitable as capillary cut-off, its to 17.000, connecting NH-24 to Hindon Barrage
Fig. 7 : A typical line diagram of proposed capillary cut off layer

was taken up by Irrigation Construction Division, Factor of safety of critical slip circle was evaluated
Ghaziabad considering the rapid development for different heights of embankment viz. 3, 4, and
of residential area in and around this bund and 5m (as per RL of bund). The stability analysis was
increase in road traffic. The bund road would also carried for different conditions viz. (a) Embankment
to be part of road connectivity plan of Ghaziabad compacted at MDD/OMC (partially saturated
Development Authority, between NH-24 and NH- conditions) (2) Full saturation up to H.F.L and (3)
58. The existing top width of bund is 5.5 m and side For sudden draw down conditions. The traffic
slope is 2:1. The available width of land is 28m. and other live loads are considered as 24 kN/m2.
Analysis was carried out for both earthquake and
The existing embankment bund road was widened
without earthquake conditions. The earthquake
by increasing the top width to 11m with side slope
factors viz. ah= 0.05, av= 0.025 were used during
of 1.5H:1. The width of carriage was increased to
the analysis. The factor of safety calculated under
7.5 m with shoulder of 0.75 m on both side.
different saturated conditions is shown in Table
Overall stability of widened embankment was IV. Based on the results, it was concluded that the
checked by carrying out slope stability analysis. embankment is safe for construction.
Table IV: Results of Slope Stability Analysis
Moisture conditions H=3 m H=4 m H=5 m

With E.Q. Without E.Q. With E.Q. Without E.Q. With E.Q. Without E.Q.
Partially Saturated 2.90 3.16 2.68 2.90 2.50 2.70
Submerged 2.89 3.22 2.77 3.09 2.67 2.97
Sudden draw down 2.50 2.75 2.26 2.47 2.06 2.25
* E.Q.-Earthquake

Geotechnical Engineering Landslide Management
Shielding of Structures from the Vibrations for a B.C.Soil. This removes any possibility of swell-
Resulting from Earthquakes and Isolation of shrink and has shown a very uniform settlement
behaviour under loads as shown in Fig. 8. After the
Ground Vibrations using Trench Barriers
stabilization of sawdust, the material becomes very
Under this project different materials are proposed porous and acquires the grain size distribution of a
to be characterized in terms of their vibration- sand. For the sawdust itself, 98 percent of the particles
absorption ability. The materials are to be used in the are of sand size and it can be classified as SP group
in-filled trenches for isolation of vibrations. Among of classification. The permeability behaviour of the
the different materials, one material is sawdust. This different mixes of soil has also been studied and has
has got a very high value of porosity (87 percent) been found that the variation of permeability with
and angle of friction (around 50 degrees). This the grain size(different percentages of sawdust) is of
material has shown very good stabilizing capacity parabolic nature which is shown in Fig. 9.
Fig. 8 : Settlement vs time curve of sawdust
Fig. 9 : Variation of permeability with Sawdust in a B.C. soil & sawdust mix

Landslide Management Geotechnical Engineering
The same nature of variation has been found with Extensive interactions were held with executing
its mixes with local soil. The value of liquid limit agency (PIU) and Public Works Department
is very high for the mixes of soil and sawdust engineers, Mining Department officials,
mixes. The nature of variation of liquid limit with Industrialists, Consultants representatives, STAs,
the percentage of sawdust is parabolic for B.C. soil etc to gather information about locally available
whereas it is linear for the local soil. materials in these districts. Based on information
collected, different types of locally available
Preparation of Data-Base of Conventional / materials like river sand, brick bats, iron ore mine
Waste/ Marginal Materials for Construction overburden (OB) material, stone quarry overburden
of Embankment and Pavement Layers material, soft rock (Phyllite), fly ash, etc were
collected Fig. 10 & 11) and their characterisation
Large scale infrastructural development is being was carried out. Strength test (CBR) was carried out
carried out in the country in the form of National at standard proctor density and modified proctor
Highway Development Program (NHDP) and density to determine improvement in strength due
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)
program. Use of good earth and conventional hard
stone aggregates for road construction adversely
affects our environment and it would be disastrous
if similar practice continues in future also. Also
conventional aggregates are depleting very fast
and the good quality aggregates have to be brought
from large distances, increasing tremendously the
cost of the road project. Hence the development of
green and sustainable roads with locally available
marginal aggregates and waste material will not
only protect our environment but also reduces the
cost of construction.
This problem of transporting aggregates for
considerable distances is now affecting even rural
roads being built under PMGSY program. The large
transportation cost not only results in the budgetary
Fig. 10 : Collection of iron ore mine OB Waste
constraints but it also affects the plan targets for
completion. This problem can be solved by using
waste and other marginal materials found locally.
But the non-availability of material information and
their basic properties has affected their immediate
usage. Hence it is very essential to have a compiled
data of waste/marginal materials available in
different parts of the country, which would help
the authorities to explore the possibilities of their
usage in different layers of road pavement. This
project sponsored by National Rural Road Agency
(NRRDA) was taken up to prepare material database
(conventional as well as locally available/ marginal
materials) in four districts as a pilot project. The
districts selected were Bhagalpur and Darbhanga
in Bihar and Jabalpur and Gwalior in Madhya
Pradesh. Fig. 11 : Phyllite (Soft Rock) sample collected

to increased compaction. These materials were than rock masses, fracture mechanics principles
then stabilised using cement to study improvement have been extensively applied to practical rock
in strength properties. Further studies are under engineering.
progress. The purpose of rock slope stability analysis in
earthquake loading conditions is usually to assess if
Rock Dynamic Study of Joint Controlled Hill
the shear stress accumulation may cause instability
Rock Slopes along discontinuities. In addition to this, the
As reported earlier (Annual Report 2013-14), the rock usefulness of the rock chemistry for rock engineering
fracturing is a dynamic micro-scale process leading investigation is inevitable for this project work.
to macro-scale deformation and failure. Although The common rock-forming minerals in order of
rock fracture mechanics is primarily concerned increasing resistance to chemical weathering are
with the fracture behavior of rock materials rather shown in Fig. 12.
Fig. 12 : Resistance to chemical weathering of rock forming minerals

For each mineral, the chemical process or processes variation range of 1500 to 6000 m/s and Metamorphic
that cause it to decompose is also identified. rocks (such as Gneiss, Schist, Phyllite, Slate,
Chemistry of rock and resistance to chemical Marble, Quartzite) have variation range of 3500 to
weathering also indicate the influence towards static 7000 m/s for the respective values of Compressional
and dynamic disintegration of rock and rock mass wave velocity. Other characteristic of rocks such
to establish the relationship for fracture mechanics as Uniaxial Compressive Strength (UCS) is an
of rocks. important factor for the stability and safety against
An effort was also made for understanding the failure due to shear, compressive loading or due
intricacies related to Compressional wave (P-wave) to other instability conditions. Typical values of
velocities of various rocks: Different range of Uniaxial Compressive Strength for some of the
variations of P-wave velocity inferred. The inferred rocks which are grouped under five categories as
data is shown in Fig. 13 and is having the following per their composition and characteristics have
relation - Igneous rocks (such as Granite, Diorite, been shown in Fig. 14. Geological and Geotechnical
Gabbro, Rhyolite, Andesite, basalt) have least studies were evaluated in detail to understand
variation range of 4500 to 7000 m/s, Sedimentary and quantify the number of factors related to
rocks (such as Conglomerate, Sandstone, Shale, mechanism of rock slope failures. The evaluation of
Mudstone, Dolomite, Limestone) have maximum stability monitoring of rock mass of a rock slope by
Fig. 13 : Variation of P-wave velocity for three different categories of rocks
Fig.14 : Uniaxial compressive strength values for five categories of rocks

rock dynamic study, rock engineering investigation The proposed underpass would have seven
and fracture mechanics provide an in-depth know- segments of pre cast RCC Boxes which were pushed
how regarding its stability; which otherwise would using jacking technique under the existing railway
have been an impossible task with the existing embankment. The inner dimensions of each
conventional methods. segments of RCC precast boxes was 9.0 x 4.50 m
Based on above mentioned different category of (BxH) with box thickness of 0.90m. The overburden
works, the relationship between the role of dynamic comprises of about 0.7m thick railway ballast and
loadings for a Joint controlled and fracture governed 1.50m thick filled up soil. The estimated pushing
rock slope to improve the methods for its stability length was about 67.5 m. About 300 to 350 trains
in a more specified manner which cater to need pass over this section daily.
for better stabilization works has been established. It was informed by railway that during box pushing,
This work is carried out based on secondary data rail traffic should not be disrupted. The geotechnical
available for this project. investigation report of the site was provided by
the GHAI construction Ltd. The geotechnical
investigation report revealed that filled up soil
Consultancy Assignments was encountered up to 1.50m depth from existing
ground level and thereafter the stratum consists of
Design and Supervision of Soil Nailed System Silty Sand/Sandy Silt up to and around 4.5m depth
for Construction of Underpass at Railway which is underlain by sandy silt and thereafter,
Level Crossing No. 156, Sahibabad, U.P poorly graded fine sand was encountered up to the
thrust bed level.
Northern Railway proposed to construct the
underpass below nine railway tracks at railway As per loading condition of railway, CRRI designed
crossing No. 156 on Delhi-Ghaziabad Rail line near and recommended the soil nails above the box level
Sahibabad Railway Station, Uttar Pradesh (U.P) to (overburden soil). In view of the site condition and
decongest the traffic of Vasundhara-Mohan Nagar protection of other services like; pipe line, signal
road section. cabling buried in overburden soil, the submitted
design was asked to review as per the site condition.
The work of construction of underpass was awarded Accordingly, the designed was reviewed and
to Ghai construction Ltd. by Deputy Chief Engineer submitted to client.
(Construction), Northern Railway, State Road Entry
Delhi. Since, the underpass has
to be constructed through the
collapsible sandy soil which
was highly prone to collapse
and the slope was protected by
a suitable technique.
In order to protect the soil, CRRI
is recently patented a technique
for Stabilisation and De-
stabilisation of collapsible soil
by using soil nailing technique
for underpass construction
below the live railway line and
road. In this regard, the work
of designing and supervision
of Soil Nailed System was
entrusted to CRRI. Fig. 15 : Constructed boxes ready for pushing

As per the scope of work the construction
methodology for the above said technology to be
guided to GHAI by CRRI. In this regard subsequent
field visit at site were carried out by CRRI team. The
following observations were made till July, 2015.
The four RCC boxes constructed initially as per
the available space in the required alignment and
were ready for the pushing as shown in Fig.15. The
front end of the soil bass below the railway track
was stable and the slope was protected for surface
erosion by cement/gunny bags. The cutting shoe is
far away from the front face of slope, Fig. 16. shows
the close view of box and stable face of slope prior Fig. 17 : Failure of cut slope at bottom
to pushing.
Fig. 18 : Failure of cut slope at Top
nail is used. In order to minimise the wastage of tor

Fig. 16 : Close view of box and stable face steel, 6.25m (two halfs) length of nail is suggested
and accordingly the vertical cut slope is redesigned
During the subsequent visit, CRRI team has been using 6.25m length of nail. All possible analysis
observed that the cutting edge of the box is touched were tried and found that the slope was not stable
with the soil face and tried to push the box into the for the existing loading conditions. Thereafter,
soil mass without driving the nails. However, it was the load on the track was reduced significantly,
mentioned in the CRRI report that Soil Nailing is to considering the load dispersion at wider area (same
be adopted prior to pushing of Box. The soil face of was discussed at site with railway officials), then
pushing end is fractured immediately after touching analysed the slope and found stable. As per the
the cutting edge with the soil face as shown in Fig. designed length of nail, the work of fabrication of
17. Failure of cut slope at the top face is shown in shoe for Nail was executed at site as shown in Fig.
Fig. 18. 19. The load dispersion of track using extra girder
As per the design scheme, the CRRI has suggested is shown in Fig. 20. The box pushing operation is
the 7m length of the nail inside the box boundary shown in Fig. 21 and soil slope protected with soil
and computed the factor of safety. In view of the nails is shown in Fig. 22. The summary of revised
site requirement and the length of tor steel bar design scheme with different cases of possible
equal to 12.50m available in the market, therefore, surcharge loads with and without nails in the
there will be huge wastage of steel if 7m length of overburden soil mass is depicted in Table V.

Table V: Summary of Revised Design of Soil Nail System
Cases Surcharge (kN) With Nails above With Out Nails Stability
Box above Box (inside Nail)
(Length of Nail)
Case-1 110 110 110 12m - 7m Stable
Case-2 110 110 110 6m 6m Not Stable
Case-3 35 110 110 - 6m Not Stable
Case-4 30 110 110 - 6m Not Stable
Case-5 25 110 110 - 6m Stable
Note : Loading is to be reduced up to a large extent as shown in analysis
Fig. 19 : Fabrication of shoe of Nail at site
Fig. 20 : Load dispersion using extra girder

Fig. 21 : Box pushing in progress
Fig. 22 : Soil cut slope protected by Soil Nails

Designing Remedial Measures for Sinking/ considerable height, at some stretches, while it is
Landslide Affected Stretches in Contract quite near to river at other locations. Old alignment
of this road was also located on the same bank of
Package AS-21 at NH-54
river. A new broad gauge (BG) railway line is also
National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is being constructed on the same left bank. Package
presently executing one of the Packages, AS-21 of AS-21 is severely affected by landslides throughout
NH 54. This package (Length 25.187 km) extends the stretch (Fig. 23).
from chainage km 165.400 (Jatinga Junction near
Haflong) to 190.587 (Harangajao). The road works The Study area on NH 54 between Silchar to
being executed comprise broadly construction Haflong is tectonically disturbed as manifested
of four lane road and associated bridge/CD works by the presence of Schuppen tectonic belt, which
as per contract agreement. This road stretch is is bound by Naga thrust on the west and Haflong
aligned on the left bank of Jatinga River on the Disang thrust on the east, combination of multiple
slopes of Dimasa Hills of Assam State (Dima Hasao group of closely spaced folds, low angle thrust faults
District). Road alignment rises above the river to a resulting in highly fractured rocks as noticed in the
Fig. 23 : Location of 12 critical sites on Google earth

region and believed happened due to the movement As seen in Figs. 24, 25 & 26 the rocks, in some
of rock mass from east to west. Rocks exposed in places, rest on critical situations and after cutting,
the area are mainly of two types namely Sandstone the whole mass collapses much easily than the soil.
and Black shale. The rocks, as observed in the field This kind of conditions of rocks can be observed
are highly folded, faulted, jointed and crushed. The at almost whole stretch barring only a very few
joints are very closely spaced, converting rock mass areas. At places, sandstone which is mostly found
into smaller fragments forming scree material; to in intercalation with shale was also observed to
the extent that, at places, these rock mass behave be highly weathered, fractured and folded. The
like very loose cohesive silty materials. typical spheroidal type of weathering in sandstone,
The fractured rocks become easily erodible and after weathers the rock into spherical shape. The resultant
absorption of water flows like a slushy material. The spherical boulders which rest imbedded into the
typical pencil structures on shale formed due to surrounding mass make the slope more vulnerable
discrete interference between compaction cleavages on exposure.
and a subsequent tectonic cleavage, or between Detailed stability analysis was carried out for the
two equally developed tectonic cleavages make the sections proposed by NHAI. Keeping in view
rocks highly crumbled. the stability of the road, at some places, the road
Fig. 24 : Low Grade metamorphosed shale Fig. 25 :Scree material
Fig. 26 : Pencil structures in shale

alignment has been slightly modified and shifted Horizontal (1V:2H) to 1 Vertical: 2.5 Horizontal (1V:
towards the left side / right side (uphill / downhill 2.5H)) at some places, providing berm of width 2
slope side). Stability analysis clearly shows that at meters at regular heights, lowering the water table
all the sections slopes are stable in dry condition, and construction of retaining structures (concrete
while the slopes are unstable under saturation retaining walls / Gabion walls) was the best solution
condition. for solving the instability problem at these locations.
From the results of the stability analysis it was clearly The typical remedial measures for landslide location
identified that grading of the slope (1 Vertical: 2 are shown in Figs. 27 (a & b).
Location 3
(a) Suggested remedial measures for location km174+540
(b) Suggested remedial measures for location km174+580

Fig. 27 : Remedial measures for landslide location

Investigation & Remedial Measures for of 2.5 m c/c in a triangular patter) were installed
Upheaval of PQC Panels Adjacent to Piers of before constructing the cement concrete pavement.
Construction of monorail piers and cement concrete
Monorail in Mumbai
pavement was carried out almost simultaneously.
Mumbai city has several modes of public transport Presently the cement concrete pavement near
system including Monorail. Monorail in Mumbai the monorail piers in these roads (Sion-Koliwada
operates between Wadala and Chembur in eastern Connector road and Anik-Wadala Road as well as
sub-urbs. The project is being executed by the in front of Wadala Monorail Station) is severely
Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development distressed in the form of level displacement (which
Authority (MMRDA). Construction work started appears as upheaval) and cracking while the
in the year 2009 and the first operational line from concrete panels away from the piers are intact. The
Wadala Depot to Chembur (Phase I - About 8.5 km in problem of level displacement (upheaval) of slabs
length) was opened to the public in February 2014. near monorail pier and subsequent cracking in such
This section is an elevated monorail system which panels can be seen from Wadala Monorail Station
is supported by pier, pile cap and piles as shown in up to about Pier No 80 on Anik-Wadala Road (North
Fig. 28. Near Wadala station and monorail depot, the Connector road) until the alignment takes a turn
alignment is adjacent to a creek. The length of the towards Mysore Colony Station. Following remedial
stretch (From monorail pier no 80 in Anik-Wadala measures have been suggested.
Road to Wadala Monorail station) is about 2 km. In the course of time, due to settlement / level
Monorail piers have been positioned in the median differences, if PQC slabs away from the piers also
portion of these roads. Cement concrete road has develop distress, they should be dismantled and the
been provided on either side of the medians in these whole pavement can be reconstructed using flexible
roads for vehicular traffic movement. pavement. The thickness of pavement in such case
As informed by MMRDA, cement concrete pavement can be decided based on IRC: 37-2012, Tentative
in front of Wadala Monorail station and in the Sion- Guidelines for Design of Flexible Pavements. Since
Koliwada Connector road were constructed recently the sub-soil comprises of marine clay and subgarde
above the filled up material at these locations. Since is made of select soil (filled up soil), there would
the sub-soil comprises of marine clay in these two be significant difference between the CBRs of the
roads, stone columns (0.9 m diameter at a spacing selected subgrade and foundation soils. As per
Fig. 28 : Schematic view of monorail pier and road pavement

IRC:37 - 2012, in such a scenario, effective CBR is monorail station and behind the station) = 30
to be considered for pavement design. Considering msa
CBR of soft marine clay as 2 per cent, CBR value of To prevent differential settlement and to improve the
filled up material to be 6 per cent, the effective CBR bearing capacity and drainage of fill material non-
for subgrade would be 5 per cent. woven geotextile and bi-axial geogrid of ultimate
The design of flexible pavement has been carried tensile strength 100 kN/m are proposed to be used.
out based on IRC: 37- 2102. Data assumed for the Based on the above data the proposed pavement
design is as follows: cross sections of the road for long term remedial
l Effective CBR of the subgrade = 5 percent measures (reconstruction of affected stretch) is
l Traffic in terms of million standard axles given in Fig. 29(a&b).
considered for the Main road (Anik - Wadala Finally the proposed cross section road level should
Road) = 150 msa be matched with existing finished road top levels of
l The traffic in terms of million standard axles the other lane which is stable and not showing any
considered for Sion - Koliwada road (Wadala sign of distress.
Fig. 29(a) : Proposed cross section for Anik-Wadala road (Northern connector road)
Fig. 29(b) : Proposed cross section from Wadala station to Main road
(Wadala station and Sion Koliwada road behind the Wadala Monorail station)

Probable Causes and Corrective Measures at chainage 173.5 km. Slope failure damages the
for Landslides on Aizawl-Lunglei Road (NH- road and leaves insufficient carriageway width with
unsafe roadside slope. Border Road Organisation
54), Mizoram
(BRO), responsible for the construction and
Himalayan roads are extremely important for the maintenance of Aizwal-Lunglei Road (NH - 54),
defence as well as trade purposes as they lead to referred this problem to CSIR-CRRI. After carrying
the remote and border areas of our neighbouring out detailed field investigations, laboratory studies
countries. Landslides are one the widely spread and analysis of data, it is found that causative
hazard recurring in nature and which frequently factors responsible for slope failure are natural
damages the hill roads, especially in Himalayan and manmade too. Factor of Safety (FOS) is less
region. They have strong correlation with the rainfall than unity or close to unity on problematic slopes.
intensity apart from the geological formations, slope Detailed suitable remedial measures were designed
steepness and anthropological activities etc. The to raise FOS to the required level of damaged slopes
National Highway-54, Aizwal-Lunglei Road, is an and restore the desirable carriageway width for
important highway connecting South Mizoram with the safe and smooth traffic flow on NH-54. Figure
other parts of the country and also connecting to the 30(a,b,c&d) illustrates locations of landslides, the
border areas. Part of this highway (about 100m in features of problems encountered and remedial
length) got affected due to slope stability problem measures recommended.
Fig. 30(a) : Location Map; A- Location of Mizoram; B- Location of Hnathial and C-Problematic Area
Fig. 30(b) : Folds in Brown Shale
Fig. 30(c) : Orthogonal Joints in Carbonaceous Fig. 30(d) : Remedial Measure for widening of existing road and the protection of
Shale central portion of slide

Pavement Engineering
l Pavement Design & Rehabilitation

l Pavements Materials &
Construction Technologies
l Road Asset Management
Pavement Engineering Pavement Design and Rehabilitation
Development of Technology for Compensating Composition of C&D Debris and Constituent

Strength Loss in Paving Concrete due to Use of RCA
of Aggregate from C&D Debris C&D debris is mainly heterogeneous in nature.
Figure 31, shows the composition of typical C&D
As per an estimate, India needs a landfill size of
debris available in Delhi. The constituent of RCA
West Bengal in order to dump about 21,630 million
obtained from C&D debris obtained on average of
tonnes of construction and demolition (C&D) debris
three samples is shown in Fig. 32.
that will be generated from repair, rehabilitation,
and demolition of old buildings and from new ones
between 2015 and 2030. On the other hand there
is a huge gap between demand and supply of good
quality concrete aggregate. Therefore, an alternate
perpetual source in the form of aggregate derived
from C&D debris is being explored. So far the study
reported in India is based on aggregate generated
at laboratory or Institution by crushing discarded
concrete elements. But in this study commercially
available aggregate from C&D debris is proposed
to be investigated in details for the impacts on the
properties of paving grade concrete. Fig. 31 : Composition of C&D waste
This study aims to carry out an extensive

investigation firstly to report the variation in different
physical properties of Recycled Concrete Aggregate
(RCA) (obtained from a commercial recycling plant)
such as specific gravity, bulk density, aggregate
crushing value, impact value, abrasion resistance,
composition of different materials found in RCA
and their water absorption. Further, these values
will be compared with natural aggregate. Finally,
results obtained for concrete manufactured with
RCA & natural aggregate (NA) will be compared.
Fig 32 : Constituents of RCA
Paving grade concrete of different strength (30-40
MPa) will be used to evaluate and compare the
mechanical properties of concrete in order to find Recycled Vis--vis Natural Crushed Coarse
reduction in strength and durability of concrete Aggregate
containing different levels of RCA i.e. 20, 30, 40, 60, Recycled concrete aggregate is not homogeneous
80, 100 percent of coarse aggregate substituted for like natural aggregate (NA) derived from a crushed
virgin natural aggregate. It is well documented that rock rather it contains many materials. Therefore, it
use of RCA results 10 to 30 percent loss in strength is necessary to first evaluate the recycled aggregate
of concrete containing it. Finally, technology will be thoroughly for its compositions and other physical
developed for overcoming this reduction in strength properties. The important physical properties of
and durability quality of concrete manufactured aggregates (RCA & NA) has been summarized in the
with RCA. This technology not only would reduce Table VI. From the Table, it is evident that water
gap in demand and supply of good aggregate but also absorption of RCA is about 10 times more than
help in adopting sustainable construction practices NA. In order to evaluate the reasons, the water
in the construction of concrete roads. The progress absorption of RCA components were determined
made for this project so far is as follows: separately (Fig. 33).

Pavement Design and Rehabilitation Pavement Engineering
Fig. 33 : Water absorption by different constituent of RCA
Table VI : Physical Properties of Aggregate
Physical Properties Value Percentage Variation

RCA NA wrt NA (%)
Specific gravity 2.24 2.71 - 17.3
Aggregate crushing value (%) 28.16 30.7 - 8.1
Bulk Density (kg/l) 1.47 1.65 -11.0
Moisture absorption (%) 5 0.48 + 941
After the evaluation of RCA for its suitability for use in pavement concrete trial mixes were prepared to
examine the influences of RCA on the properties of concrete. The detail about the materials used is given
in Tables VII, VIII & IX.
Table VII : Gradation of Coarse Aggregates (Nominal Maximum Size 20 mm)
Opening size (mm) Percentage Retained (%)

RCA NA
25 0 0
19.5 8.5 8.5
12.5 80.40 83.35
9.5 97.7 97
4.75 99.31 99.61
2.36 99.34 -
1.18 99.35 -

Table VIII : Gradation of Fine Aggregate The overall parameter of physical properties
of RCA is lower than NA.
Opening Size (mm) Percentage Retained
Water absorption of RCA with comparison of
(%)
NA is 900 percent higher.
4.75 0 The amount of mortar content attached to the
2.36 0 RCA varies from size to size. In general, lower
1.18 12.16 the size, higher is the presence of mortar
600 52.66 content.
Concrete containing 100 percent RCA in the
300 89
range of 10 to 20 mm shows about 15 percent
150 98
less compressive strength at 28 days.
Table IX : Physical Properties and Compressive Strength of Cement
Physical Properties Value Permissible Range as per IS 8112

Specific gravity 3.12 3.10 - 3.15
Normal consistency (%) 32 28 - 32
Initial setting time (min) 120 > 30
Final setting time (min) 240 < 600
Compressive Strength
7 Days (MPa) 35.6 > 33
28 Days (MPa) 50.5 > 43
Compressive Strength of Concrete

Manufactured with RCA and NA
The mix proportions used for this preliminary study
were 1:1.9:2.97:0.38 (cement: sand: coase aggregate:
water/ cement). Two mixes (Table X) namely NAC
which contained natural aggregate only and RCA
in which the coarse aggregate 10 to 20mm was
replaced with recycled aggregate were used. Figure
34 presents the compressive strength developed by
the mixes at 7 and 28 days.
The other properties are under investigation. Details
study at different W/C ratio and with different level
of replacement of NA by RCA is under progress.
The preliminary study suggests that:
RCA comprises of different component of
building material. Fig. 34 : Development of compressive strength by RCA and NA.
Table X : Mix Details
Mix Mix ID Cement Water Sand WRA (% of RCA (kg) NA (kg)

(kg) (kg) (kg) cement) 20 mm- 10 mm- 20 mm- 10 mm-
10 mm 4.75 mm 10 mm 4.75 mm
NAC Controlled 390 150 750 0.4 0 0 696 464
RCA R100 390 150 750 0.4 696 0 0 464

Development of Technology for Use of Fly Disposal of many million tons of non-decaying fly
Ash as An Alternate Material in Pavement ash solid waste is responsible for health hazards
and degradation of the environment.
Construction Through Accelerated Pavement
Testing The use of fly ash waste in road construction has
Solid waste management has become a major a great potential for considerable saving in the
environmental issue in India, which seeks to use of natural resources, enhances the pavement
minimise the health, environmental and aesthetic performance and protect environment, and therefore
impacts of solid waste. is very relevant in sustainable road development.
Fig. 35 : Conventional and alternative design specifications

This mega project, initiated in the last quarter blended sub-base/base course materials, field
of 2014, has been sponsored by Department of performance evaluation under real life like traffic
Science and Technology, DST (Govt. of India). The loads and drawing inferences on the utility of
concept is of great significance with the background the fly ash based on analysis of observations and
that pavements serving traffic for the Indian rural documenting
road and low volume roads are being explored for
Design Specifications
a technology of maximised ustilisation of fly ash
waste. The following conventional and alternate design
specifications are proposed to be studied (Fig. 35).
The objectives of the study are:
Expected Deliverables
Experimental design of test pavement using
selected fly ash waste in sub-base/base and Deliverables of the Project include the following:
construction of test strips within CRRI. Guidelines for assessing the suitability and
Semi-field performance evaluation of use of fly ash in road construction
pavement constructed using these materials Design approaches for use of fly ash material
using Accelerated Pavement Testing Facility Quantification of techno-economic benefits of
(APTF) the proposed use of fly ash in the lower layers
Development of design guidelines on their of flexible pavements
optimal usage Fig. 36 (a, b, c, & d) shows APTF, fresh and available
The scope involves assessing the basic engineering aggregate for base and typical gradation results of
properties and behaviour of the selected fly ash aggregate base mix.
Fig. 36(a) : CSIR-CRRI Accelerated Pavement Testing Facility (APTF)

Fig. 36 (b) : Fresh aggregate for base
Fig. 36 (c) : Available aggregate for base
Fig. 36(d) : Gradation of commercially available aggregate base mix

Alternate Materials and Technologies for of waste aggregates are available at thermal power
Conservation of Natural Aggregates plants.
The coal from coal mines is supplied to the thermal a) Boulders

power plants for electricity production contains b) Coal mixed aggregates
both coal and stones. The material which contains
The above two aggregate materials were tested
less than 40 percent coal is rejected due to its
separately
containment of less coal percent and when it is feed
in the machinery it causes harm to the machinery. I. Feasibility of using Boulders and Coal Mixed
Aggregates for full Depth Construction of
This material is separated out at the thermal
Roads
power plants and the power plants have to make
a new arrangement of space to hold that material Boulders were broken into suitable sizes to test their
indefinitely. There is limited awareness to reuse it suitability for different layers of a pavement right
except as a filling layers in embankments and other from GSB to bituminous overlays. The performance
depressions, and therefore heaps and heaps of this tests Impact value, Abrasion, water absorption test,
material are lying at NTPC premises thus occupying specific gravity and soundness were carried out (Fig
a lot of space and similar situation exists all over the 37) (Table XI).
India at different power plants. Preliminary studies indicated that more than 80
To dispose the waste aggregates, an extra cost of percent boulders can be sent to the crushers to
transportation of the such material has to be incurred. have the proper sizes that can to be used in the
On the other hand, there is a need to conserve the construction of different layers of pavement.
natural aggregates which are diminishing day by day The sandy stones which did not meet the basic
due to huge infrastructure development activities requirements as per MoRTH can be used for some
taking place all around the country. Two categories other applications like sand blanket layers.
Table XI : Summary of Test Results with Boulders of Different Sizes
Stone Stripping (%) Limit (%) Aggregate Limit (%) Water Limit (%)
20mm pass, (As per Impact (As per Absorption (As per
12.5 retained MORTH) Value(%) MORTH) (%) MORTH)
Max Max
Sample No.-1 NIL <5 23 24-27 1.84 2
Sample No.-2 NIL < 5 23 24-27 1.54 2
Sample No.-3 NIL <5 18 24-27 1.67 2
Sample No.-4 NIL < 5 23 24-27 1.79 2
Sample No.-5 NIL <5 47 24-27 2.38 2
(Sand Stone)
Fig. 37 : Boulders of different sizes

II. Suitability of Coal Mixed Waste Aggregate stability, resilient Modulus, fatigue and rut resistance
for Granular Sub Base obtained for cold mix, emulsion based Half Warm
Mix Asphalt (HWMA) and conventional Hot Mixes
For checking suitability for Granular Sub-base (GSB)
were as good as the mixes developed with natural
layer, proper size of material was sieved from the
aggregates.
heap of coal mixed waste aggregate Fig. 38 (a) & (b).
Modified proctor test and CBR test were performed. In general use of Coal mixed waste aggregates
The Optimum moisture content was found to be in emulsion based HWMA and CMA mixes are
6.33 percent and maximum dry density was 2.12 environment friendly technologies that allows the
gm/cc. The CBR value for the particular OMC-MDD reduction in mixing and compaction temperature
was found to be 50 percent at 5mm penetration. The of asphalt mixes at lower temperatures without
required CBR as per MORTH 2013 is 30 percent. compromising the quality of the mix.
Therefore the material is suitable to be incorporated IV. Development of Patch and Pothole Repair
in GSB layer. Mixes from Coal Mixed Waste Aggregates
III. Development of Bituminous Mixes from Aggregates sizes suitable to prepare patch mixes
Coal Mixed Aggregates were sieved from the heap of coal mixed waste
Various tests as water absorption, soundness, aggregates. Cut back was prepared in laboratory
impact test, abrasion test, flakiness and elongation, and Cut back based patch mixes were prepared
specific gravity, stripping were performed on coal from coal mixed waste aggregates, as well as natural
mixed waste aggregate. The test values were found aggregates. The laboratory performance of these
suitable to use this aggregate for development of formulations was evaluated based on curing, setting
different types of bituminous mixes such as BM, time and strength gained after 1, 3 and 7 days.
DBM and BC. Further work is in progress.
Job mix for different layers such as BM, BC, DBM, Based on above studies following interim
and SDBC with coal mixed waste aggregates was conclusions have been drawn
prepared by sieving the waste material to have An alternate aggregate resource has been explored.
the proper gradation of aggregates as per MORTH Most of the Boulders are suitable for road construction
Specifications for Road and Bridge Works-V purpose. Mechanical properties such as Marshalls
Revision. stability, Indirect tensile strength, tensile strength
The performance parameters such as (indirect ratio of CMA, emulsion based HWMA and HMA
tensile strength, tensile strength ratio, retained mixes with coal mixed waste aggregates satisfied
(a) (b)
Fig. 38 (a & b) : Heap of coal mixed waste aggregate

the requirements as per IRC SP-100 (for CMA), is one of the promising compatibiliser to improve
IRC SP- 101 (for WMA) and MORTH-V Revision. the phase separation phenomenon. Effect of
As localized material, coal mixed waste aggregates montmorillonite (MMT) on compatibility and other
can be used as a warm mix and cold mixes in DBM, properties of base bitumen and polymer modified
BM works for low volume roads to be constructed binders is being studied. Presently the study in
nearby various NTPC Plants in India progress.
Coal mixed waste aggregate is an alternate to Laboratory Evaluation of BC Mixes containing
natural aggregate for GSB and all other bituminous Steel Slag and Modified Binder
layers A small quantity of coal does not interfere
in Hot, cold and half warm mix technology. It The physical properties of slag aggregates were
is a solution for disposal as well as utilization of improved when coated with 2 percent Shredded
Coal Mixed Waste Aggregates from Thermal Power polyethylene. Use of 20 percent modified slag
Plants. in BC mixes improved mechanical properties
(stability, retained stability, Indirect tensile strength
Feasibility Study on Printed Circuit Board ratio and resilient modulus) while using modified
Powder as Sand Replacement in Paving binder instead of VG-30. BC Mixes with improved
Concrete performance were developed by using plastic
coated steel slag as a partial replacement of coarse
Powder from Printed Circuit Board (PCB) is plenty
aggregates in BC mixes with VG-30 and modified
available from e-waste recycling industries. R&D
binder.
studies on an alternate innovative approach to
modify concrete mixes by replacing sand with
waste PCB powder( dust) was initiated. Metal free Consultancy Assignments
PCB waste was obtained from the electronic waste
processing industry in dust form. Sieve analysis Investigation for Distress and Providing
and FTIR of PCB dust were carried out. The PCB
Remedial Measures on the Runway of
powder as a replacement of sand was carried out for
paving grade concrete in laboratory.
Flexible Pavement at Calicut International
Airport
The sieve analysis of this type of e-Waste indicated
that the fines in the form of powder can replace the The air traffic has got more importance due to
sand requirement in paving concrete. PCB powder many carriers providing service with beneficial
was also tested for specific gravity, bulk density, flexibilities to the air commuters and this has
water absorption and F.M values. These are 1.91, resulted in increased usage of airways. However, this
0.76, 2.42 and 1.48 percent respectively. It was increase has put severe stress on the infrastructure
used as replacement of sand in 0, 10, 15, 20 and 25 facilities available for the air traffic operations,
percent for paving concrete. Presently, the testing including runways and allied structures, demanding
of hardened concrete i.e compressive strength, continued improvements. The Calicut International
flexural strength, drying shrinkage and abrasion Airport(CIA) of Kerala is an important international
resistance tests is in progress. air transport hub serving the south-west part of the
country, mainly connecting to middle-east region
Nanomaterial Compatibility and Effect on nations. The runway was reported to have distress
Properties of Base Bitumen Binder and developed in different portions and the airport
Polymer Modified Bitumen authorities referred and sponsored the matter to
the Institute for the purpose of evaluation of the
Some of the Modified binders met the requirement
runway condition to provide appropriate remedial
of all test parameters except phase separation and
recommendations (Fig. 39 & 40).
elastic recovery. Polyethylene (virgin) and waste
plastic binders are one of them. To further improve The scope of work under the project includes the
this shortcoming in physical properties, Nano clay following major activities / tasks:

Fig. 39 : A general view of the runway
Analysis of data / results to determine the

probable causes for the development of
distresses
Design, settlement analysis and stability
analysis of the embankment
Recommend remedial measures to improve
the current condition of main old runway
pavement so as to make the runway suitable for
the anticipated proposed aircraft operations
The detailed investigations and evaluations were
carried out to make appropriate rehabilitation
recommendations. Further, considering the more
Fig. 40 : Cracks and water inlets on pavement surface
specific features, drainage improvement measures
Assessment of pavement surface condition were also suggested to accomplish the project.
through visual inspections Investigations for Causes of Pre-mature
Extraction of specified numbers of 100 mm(4) Failure of Flexible Pavement of Haveri-Hubli
diameter cylindrical cores (km 340-404) Section of NH-4 in Karnataka
Test pits observations and collection of
Four/six laning of the majority of earlier two-
subgrade soils and other road building
lane National Highways is being effected in a big
materials used for construction of runway
way for augmenting the capacity of existing road
pavement
network. However, the situation is that even the
Laboratory evaluation of in-situ materials and improved facilities created/being created at huge
mixes retrieved from the existing pavement capital costs are falling short of requirements and
structures for ascertaining the construction are severely overstressed. Consequently, some
quality of pavement component layers of the sections of National Highways recently

developed are deteriorating faster than expected materials used for construction, for laboratory
primarily due to the excessive axle loads carried evaluation for ascertaining the construction quality
by trucks traffic coupled with the environmental/ of pavement component layers. Analysis of data/
climatic influences and other factors like improper results to determine the probable causes for the
materials/mixes clubbed with constructional issues development of distresses was carried out and a
(Fig. 41. (a),(b),(c),(d). report with recommended remedial measures to
improve the current condition of the road stretch
National Highways Authority of India(NHAI)
was submitted.
seriously concerned with the deterioration and
development of pre-mature distress on the Haveri- Investigation for Causes of Distresses of
Hubli(km 340-404) stretch of NH-4 had requested Flexible Pavement on Road Stretch Between
CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CRRI), to
Sector 62, 63 and NH-24 in Noida (Flex
undertake the investigations towards determining
the probable causes of development of excessive
Intersection to Model Town Crossing)
rutting on affected road section and to suggest needed The study was sponsored by Noida Authority,Noida,
remedial/rehabilitation measures for rectification of U.P. The main objective of the study is to carry out
these defects. the field investigation for determining the causes
of distresses of flexible pavement on road stretch
The detailed investigations and evaluations were
between sector 62, 63 and NH-24 in Noida (Fig. 42
carried out to make appropriate rehabilitation
& 43).
recommendations. The study thus was
accomplished through assessment of pavement Field investigations were carried out during which
surface condition through visual inspections, surface condition and structural data, bituminous
test pits observations, extraction of cores and cores samples, material samples from test pit and
collection of subgrade soils and other road building traffic-load data were collected for investigation.
Fig. 41 : Condition of the Haveri-Hubli section of NH-4 (Km 340-404)

Fig. 42 : A layout plan of the study location
A detailed report containing data of field investigation, traffic volume and loads in the next 10 years. An
laboratory investigation, data analysis, inferences alternative option of Stone Matrix Asphalt + Dense
drawn and recommendation was provided. Bituminous Concrete for design life of 10 years was
Based on the field and laboratory investigations, also suggested.
it is recommended
that an overlay of
Dense Bituminous
Macadam (DBM)
with Dense
Bituminous concrete
shall be provided on
both carriageways
for strengthening
of road in order to
provide additional
structural strength
to the pavement to
enable it to carry
the present and
anticipated future Fig. 43 : A general view of the road stretch

Investigation for Causes of Distress of volume and loads in the next 5 years:
Flexible Pavement of Four Lanes Road in (i) Dense Bituminous Macadam (DBM) with
Tronica Industrial City, Ghaziabad Stone Matrix Asphalt
The study was sponsored by U.P. State Industrial (ii) Dense Bituminous Macadam (DBM) with
Development Corporation Limited (UPSIDC). The Dense Bituminous concrete
main objective of the study is to carry out the field It is also suggested that during 5th year, road section
investigation for determining the causes of distresses is to be re-evaluated for the requirements and proper
in flexible pavement on road stretch between C.C. attention is given.
Crossing and Alipur Band-Pusta road, Tronica
Industrial City, Ghaziabad
Field investigations were carried out and material
samples were collected for laboratory investigation.
A view of the distresses developed in the bituminous
pavement is shown in Fig. 44 & 45. The report
contains data of field investigation, laboratory
investigation, data analysis, inferences drawn and
recommendations.
Based on the field and laboratory investigations,
appropriate rehabilitation recommendations were
made. Following two options were provided for
strengthening of road in order to provide additional
structural strength to the pavement to enable it
to carry the present and anticipated future traffic Fig. 45 : A close-up view of cracked & deformed road surface
Fig. 44 : A layout map of the study C.C.Crossing to Alipur bituminous band pusta

Investigation to Study Causes of Distress/ evaluation of pavement, towards identifying the

Rutting on OraiBhognipur Section of NH-25 probable causes of distress(rutting) and other defects
developed and to Suggest/Recommend remedial
from Km 220.000 to 255.000 and on Bhognipur
measures/ rehabilitation design based on the data/
-Barah Section of NH-2 from Km 421.200 to results obtained through investigation conducted
449.000 in the State of Uttar Pradesh for the purpose.
OraiBhognipur Toll Road (BOT-Annuity) being The study thus was accomplished through
managed by the Concessionaire on NH-25 and NH-2 assessment of pavement surface condition through
section started developing distresses/defects about visual inspections, extraction of cylindrical cores,
two years after the road was opened to traffic. Since test pits observations and collection of subgrade
then the pavement has deteriorated extensively soils and other road building materials used for
and severely and has started showing signs of pre- construction.
mature distress/failure, especially in the form of
Laboratory evaluation was carried out for in-
severe rutting coupled with cracks and deformation/
situ materials and mixes retrieved from the
depression/settlement etc. (Fig. 46).
existing pavement structures for ascertaining the
The study has been carried out with the objective to construction quality of pavement component layers
evaluate/investigate the affected/ distressed sections with analysis of data / results t o determine the
of OraiBhognipur-Barah road project by checking probable causes for the development of distresses.
materials quality used in the pavement structure, A report with recommend remedial measures to
construction quality achieved in respect of the improve the current condition of the road stretch
constituent layers, and structural and functional was submitted.
Fig. 46 : A typical view showing severe rutting in inner lane of LHS carriageway

Pavement Engineering Pavement Materials and Construction Technologies
Effect of Rheological Characteristics of Use of Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) in

Bitumen on Foam and Resulting Mixes Construction and Maintenance of Bituminous
Roads (12th Five Year Plan Project -
Foaming characteristics depends upon rheological
properties of bitumen along with foaming SUSTRANS)
temperature and foamant water content. The As reported earlier (Annual Report 2013-14), the
performance of foamed bitumen depends upon objectives of this study are to characterize (physical
not only rheology of bitumen, also on chemical and chemical) of RAP material extracted from
and physical composition of bitumen. Scope and different sources/pavements of different aging
Objectives of the project is to study of rheological characteristics so as to identify deficiencies therein;
characteristics of different foamed bitumen and Development of Mix Design with varying RAP
effect of rheology on performance of foamed bitumen content, their characterization and formulation
mixtures. A low viscosity bitumen consumes low of optimum proportion of RAP; Design and
energy during foam process compared to high Construction of test sections with identified RAP
viscosity bitumen. Foaming temperature may proportions and their performance evaluation using
be decided on the basis of viscosity value. The APTF; Performance Evaluation of the test section with
optimum viscosity for foaming is 400 to 600 poise. APTF; Design Manual/Guidelines on the use of RAP
With increasing the bitumen content in the foamed in road construction. Collection of milled material
bitumen mixes, the tensile strength ratio increases and separating the aggregates and the bitumen by
showing resistance to moisture damage. Bitumen centrifuge extraction has been done. The solution
foaming was undertaken in WLB-10S laboratory containing the bitumen is subjected to distillation
plant (Fig. 47) to determine the optimum foaming and Abson recovery for the recovery of oxidized
water content and optimal foaming temperature. binder for further analysis. The average binder
Fig. 47 : Foam bitumen laboratory plant (WLB-10S)

Pavement Materials and Construction Technologies Pavement Engineering
content of the RAP is determined. The properties using VG-30 i.e. 0 percent RAP, which is taken as
of the oxidised binder is restored by the rejuvenator the reference for comparing the results with mixes
which is prepared in the laboratory. Optimizing the containing RAP. The RAP percentage was varied
dose of rejuvenator is done by checking the binder from 10 to 50 percent and Optimum Binder Content
properties such as viscosity by using rotational (OBC) was calculated by Marshall Mix design
viscometer for old binder and rejuvenated binder. method. Marshall Samples were prepared at OBC
The rutting factor (G*/sin d) is also calculated by and various performance tests were carried out. A
using Dynamic Shear Rheometer (DSR) for both old test section has been constructed with following
binder as well as rejuvenated binder. The gradation design specification:
of the RAP aggregates is found and the proportioning l Design traffic -110msa (10 years).
is done such that the resultant gradation meets Instrumentation 15 % RAP without Additive.
the requirements for BC mix as per MORTH, 2001 30% RAP with Additive (2 Locations). 30 %
specifications. Marshall mixes are to be prepared RAP without Additive.
Construction of test track NH-1 to Alipur road (Narela, DDA).
Without Additive With Additive
Additive-1 Additive-1 Additive-1 Additive-2 Additive-2
0% RAP 15% RAP 30% RAP 0% RAP 15% RAP 30% RAP 15% RAP 30% RAP
75mm 75mm 75mm 75mm 75mm 75mm 75mm 75mm

DBM with DBM with DBM with DBM with DBM with DBM with DBM with DBM with
CRMB-60 CRMB-60 CRMB-60 CRMB-60 CRMB-60 CRMB-60 CRMB-60 CRMB-60
90 m 30 m 30 m 30 m 30 m 30m
Laboratory Evaluation of Rig Mat as Ready to Rubber Solution and products for engineering
Use Pavement applications approached CSIR-CRRI for laboratory
evaluation of crumb rubber rig mat as ready to use
With the phenomenal increase in number of pavement for difficult terrain and site conditions.
automobiles in India during recent years, the demand
The main objective of this study is to evaluate
of tires as original equipment and as replacement
the feasibility of using crumb rubber rig mat as
has increased from 22,846 thousand tyres in the
ready to use pavement over stable sub-grade
year 1990-91 to 94.10 million in 2011-12. As every
foundation. For this purpose, evaluation of rig mat
tire is destined to go to waste stream for disposal /
is carried out as possible replacement of bituminous
recycling /reclamation, despite its passage through
and base course layers of bituminous pavement
retreading process, the number of used tires being
(Fig. 48).
discarded is increasing rapidly.
Crumb rubber rig mat is evaluated using non
Timely action regarding recycling of used tires is
destructive pavement evaluation technique i.e
necessary in view to solve the problem of disposal of
Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) to characterize
used tires keeping in view the increasing cost of raw
its in-situ behavior under real traffic loading (Fig.
material, resource constraints and environmental
49). Crumb rubber mat is evaluated to substitute
problems including fire and health hazards
bituminous and base course layers of conventional
associated with the stockpiles of the used tires.
flexible pavement by placing it directly on stable
OWS Technical Services which deals in Recycled sub-grade.

Fig. 48 : Rig Mat with supported edge
Fig. 49 : F.W.D placed on Rig Mat on stable subgrade

Deflection basin parameters of rig mat pavement and surface conditions using the British Pendulum
conventional bituminous pavement are determined Friction Tester. Figure 50 shows the schematic
at identical load and compared to ascertain the illustration of area basin factor used in the study.
bending stiffness of both pavement systems. Skid Table XII shows the deflection bowl area of different
resistance characteristics of both the pavement pavement system as determined through FWD
systems were also determined under wet and dry testing.
Fig. 50 : A schematic illustration of area basin factor used in the study
Table XII : Deflection Bowl Area of Different Pavement System
Position of Geo Phones

Basin
Test 0 450 600 900 1200 1500 1800 2100
Geophone Area
Description
(inches)
Distance in (mm) D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8
Test 19 Bituminous Pavement 279.2 143.3 113.5 73 49.7 36.1 28.7 23.1 25.82
Test 17 Rig Mat Pavement 1383 1071 321.68 135 55.41 37.21 31.11 23.01 17.06
Test 18 Subgrade 1843 289.5 176.5 90.6 57 35.6 26.5 20.6 13.16

Laboratory Study to Determine the Feasibility very high which makes it unsuitable to be used in
of Utilizing Overburden from Coal Mines as subbase course. Though durability is not specified
to be a mandatory requirement for subbase materials
Road Construction Material
but the excessive soundness value is expected
Tata, Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) has sponsored the to lead to disintegration or breaking down of OB
study to evaluate the feasibility of using overburden Materials over a period of time which may render
material from coal mines as a road construction pavement to deteriorate and/or to fail pre-maturely
material, in different layers of the flexible pavement. since the grading requirements and other properties
Overburden was generated during mining operations would fall apart.
(Fig. 51 a,b,c & d).
The results for soundness test for OB material is
CRRI has done the laboratory study of overburden 39 percent loss of material with Sodium sulphate.
in various layers of flexible pavement. As the dust The water absorption of OB material is greater
obtained from OB material is well graded and is than 2 percent and thus it is unsound in nature.
non-plastic in nature, it can be used as bulk fill Therefore, all these parameters (water absorption
material for road construction. Dust from OB can be and soundness values) do not allow OB materials
used as bulk fill on its own or in combination with to be used in granular base layer. Marshall Stability
soil. OB material does not comply the durability of samples prepared with OB materials is 8.5 kN.
requirements for subbase material. Although CBR Whereas, the minimum stability requirement of
value of OB material is found to be 56 percent but BC mixes, as per MoRTH specification is 9.0 kN.
loss of material during the durability test is very In view of non-compliance of OB materials vis-
(a) : 40 mm sized (b) : 20 mm sized
(c) : 10 mm sized (d) : Dust

Fig. 51 (a,b,c & d) : Overburden produced from Coal Mine

avis MoRTH specifications, it is concluded that OB
materials cannot be used in bituminous layers of
road pavement.
Field Evaluation of Evotherm Trial sections
As reported earlier, this study is sponsored by M/s.
Mead Westvaco India Pvt. Ltd, to evaluate three
field sections laid by using Evotherm warm mix
technology for a period of two years. The two year
evaluation for two trial stretches (one in DSIDC
Bwana and another in Godhra Gujarat) has been
done.
Final series of evaluation for third stretch (Jaipur)
is ongoing. The BBD values of control (HMA) and
Evotherm sections show almost comparable values.
All the sections are behaving structurally sound. Fig. 53 : Basalt fIber pines
The Resilient Modulus values of the extracted cores
from the sections show that Evotherm based samples the structural and durability properties of concrete
showed improved performance as compared to the by using Basalt chopped fiber and Basalt Pines (Fig.
control hot mix. Dynamic creep test results showed 52 & 53). A marginal improvement upto 5 percent
that Evotherm core specimens had better resistance has been observed in compressive strength and
to permanent deformation. flexural strength and a significant improvement is
Evaluation of Basalt Chopped Fiber and abrasion has been observed by its use, further study
is in progress.
Basalt Fiber Pins in M30 Grade Concrete
The Basalt fiber is made from Rock fiber by pulling Guidelines for the Use of Geo-Cells in Flexible
fibers from the melt. It has a high natural strength, Pavements
durability, insulating properties, resistance to The study on Guidelines for the Use of Geo-Cells
corrosion, the use of fibers in concrete structures in Flexible Pavements has been undertaken by
may contribute to improve structural and durability CRRI as a collaborative project with Indian Institute
properties. The objective of this study is to improve of Science, Bangalore and Karnataka Rural Road
Development Authority (KRRDA), Bangalore.
The project is sanctioned by Department of Science
and Technology. The primary objective of the
CRRI element of the study is Periodic Performance
Monitoring of Experimental Sections laid with
different specifications, using geo-cells, roadmesh,
geogrid and bamboo as reinforcement.
Objectives and Scope
The various field tests, the aspects on which CRRI
has to collaborate periodically for 3 series to be
carried out by the Institute in the collaborative
project under the scope of this study are as given
below.
1. Assessment of pavement surface condition, in
Fig. 52 : Chopped basalt fiber terms of types, extent and severity of distress

/ defects, on visual basis for the experimental The performance monitoring and various
sections performance parameters / observations on
2. Deflection studies on all the road sections by Gudumadanahalli to T-02 Road was undertaken for
using Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) as the 1st series of field survey. The following aspects
well as Benkelman Beam Deflection Method were covered during the study:
1) Visual condition survey
3. Measurement of Pavement Surface Roughness
2) Benkelman Beam deflection measurements
by using Dipstick or other appropriate
(Fig. 54)
equipments (in terms of International
Roughness Index) 3) Roughness Survey (Fig. 55)
4) Rut depth measurements (Fig. 56)
4. Measurement of rut depth
5) Test pit for Laboratory Evaluation for material
5. Traffic volume surveys (Classified manual characterization (Fig. 57)
counts, round the clock for 24 hours
6) Traffic volume and Axle load surveys
continuously)
7) FWD deflection measurements (Fig. 58)
6. Axle load surveys using static wheel weigh
pads (round the clock on random sampling
basis for 24 hours continuously, covering only
commercial vehicles like trucks and multi-
axle vehicles)
7. Evaluation of quality of materials / mixes used
during the execution of work and construction
quality achieved through digging of test pits
The project road is a single lane road from
Gudumadanahalli to T-02 Road in Chamundeshwari
Constituency, Mysore with the length of 4.285
km. KRRDA completed the construction of the
experimental road sections during June-July 2014.
The particulars of the sections laid for the study are
given in Table-XIII. Fig. 54 : Benkelman Beam Deflection measurements in progress
Table XIII : Characteristic of Experimental Road Sections on Gudumadanahalli to T-02 Road
Type of Chainage Length Carriageway Shoulder

Experimental of Section Width Width
Section From (km) To (km) (m) (m) (m)
Conventional-1 0.900 1.414 514 3.75 1.875
Bamboo 1.414 1.917 503 3.75 1.875
Conventional-2 1.917 2.659 742 3.75 1.875
Road Mesh 2.659 2.847 188 3.75 1.875
Geocell-150mm 2.847 3.095 248 3.75 1.875
Geocell-100mm 3.095 3.347 252 3.75 1.875
Geogrid 3.449 3.652 203 3.75 1.875
Conventional-3 3.652 4.285 633 3.75 1.875

Fig. 55 : Roughness measurements in progress using Dipstick Fig. 57 : Test Pit observation in progress
Fig. 56 : Rut Depth Measurement Using a straight edge in Progress Fig. 58 : Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) measurement in
progress
comprising medium to heavy goods and passenger

Consultancy Assignments vehicles plying throughout the day. It is a four lane
divided carriageway flyover, having 7.5 m width
in each direction, covering deck and approach
Inspection and Evaluation of Distressed
portions of the flyover. Carriageways comprise
Bituminous Surface of Dwarka Palam bituminous wearing course over bituminous binder
Flyover course placed over R.C.C deck while bituminous
Dwarka-Palam Flyover over Palam village in Delhi is pavements are provided on earth filled portions of
a major link for getting into and out of Dwarka since the flyover (i.e. approach road). Bitumen Mastic
it connects Dwarka to South Delhi, Central Delhi and Surface of flyover on both carriageways has
Gurgaon. It extends from the road between sector-7 developed moderate to severe distress in terms
and sector-1, Dwarka upto Delhi Cantonment after of unevenness, cracking, isolated pot holes and
crossing Delhi-Rewari railway line. This flyover is shoving/slippage etc (Fig. 59 & 60). The Bituminous
approximately 2.1 km long and crosses/overpasses Concrete (BC) below the Bitumen Mastic surface
Palam village and the railway track. The flyover was is also found to be distressed. As the extent
opened to traffic in the year 2004-2005. The flyover and severity of distresses developed in both the
is subjected to very high volume of mixed traffic carriageways and the downward ramp is significant,

the Executive Engineer, Flyover Division No.1, Delhi

Development Authority, requested CSIR-CRRI to
assess the physical condition of the distress/damage
developed on the flyover and suggest suitable
remedial /rehabilitation treatment/measures to
improve upon their functional conditions. CSIR-
CRRI team investigated the distressed pavement
surface and suggested remedial measures for
rehabilitation of pavement on deck and approach
portions of flyover.
Fig. 61 : Existing cracked surface of roads
Fig. 59 : Severely cracked pavement surface with local subsidence

and slippage
Fig. 62 : Damaged bituminous surface
concrete pavement was provided for Road No. 209

Fig. 60 : Extensive and severely distressed section
and Road No. 224 in SWD-8, Dwarka. Both the
roads have dual carriageways. The width of each
Design of Concrete Pavement for Master Plan
bituminous carriageway is 11 m with 2.5 m wide
Road No. 209 and 224 in Dwarka, Delhi median. The width of service roads on the sides of
In order to improve and strengthen the condition both carriageways is 6.5 m. The length of the road
of Master Plan Roads, Delhi Development Authority proposed to be re-constructed as concrete road is
(DDA) has planned to construct few of the roads as approximately 1000 m for Road No. 209 and 400
concrete pavement. Figures 61 & 62 show existing m for Road No. 224. The proposed cross section is
cracked and damaged surface of roads. Design of given in Fig. 63.

Fig. 63 : A schematic diagram of rigid pavement cross section
Design of Rigid Pavement for Temporary Ash

Stock Yard of Ash Mound at NTPC Dadri
National Thermal Power Corporation Ltd. (NTPC),
requested the Institute for providing design of
rigid pavement for temporary ash stock yard of
ash mound at NTPC, Dadri. This road is to be used
by the fly ash loaded trucks which take away the
fly ash from the yard to the required destinations
(Fig. 64). The length of the road proposed to be
constructed as rigid pavement is approximately 600
m and its width is 7.0 m (Fig. 65). At the end of the
road a paved area of size approximately 20 m x 20
m is to be provided for the turning movement of
Fig. 65 : Road proposed for rigid pavement
the vehicles. The design of rigid pavement for the
proposed road was provided to NTPC. Pavement Quality Concrete (PQC) of M40 Grade and
280 mm thick was recommended over 100 mm thick
leveling layer of Dry Lean Concrete (DLC) and 300
mm thick Granular Sub Base (GSB) drainage layer.
32 mm dia, 50 cm long, plain mild steel dowels
at spacing of 23 cm c/c were recommended at all
transverse contraction and construction joints. 12
mm dia, 64 cm long, deformed tie bars at spacing of
64 cm c/c were designed for longitudinal joints.
Surface Rectification of Abraded Pavement
Quality Concrete at ICD Tuglakabad, New
Delhi
Inland Container Depot (ICD), Tughlakabad operates
Fig. 64 : Fly Ash loaded trucks two empty container yards at PRC and NPRC,

which are located between the railway tracks

and NH-2. The area of the yards is used for the
movement of trailers loaded with empty containers
and Sling Cranes for handling empty containers.
Strengthening of the existing damaged bituminous
yards having a total area of 82000 m2 was carried
out by providing Pavement Quality Concrete (PQC).
The surface of PQC has been abraded under the
movement of trailers and cranes (Fig. 66). Container
Corporation of India Ltd. requested Central Road
Fig. 67 : Abrasion testing on the road
Research Institute (CRRI) to conduct abrasion test

on the in-situ concrete surface and suggest remedial
measures for the abraded surface. Abrasion tests
were conducted at three locations on the existing
road surface and average wear depth of 0.96, 0.86
and 0.93 mm was observed (Fig. 67). The use of low
grade concrete i.e. M20 was the primary reason for
the high abrasion of concrete surface.
The application of 3 to 5 mm thick epoxy-sand
mortar layer or 40 mm thick Mastic Asphalt was
recommended for the rectification of abraded
Fig. 66 : Road surface abraded due to traffic surface.

Road Asset Management Pavement Engineering
Design, Construction and Performance data and report preparation is under progress.
Evaluation of New Materials and Mixes toward Figures 68 to 70 present the road sections laid with
Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA), Hot Mix Asphalt
Development and Upgradation of Standards /
mixes using Waste Plastic and Microsurfacing
Specifications respectively.
This study includes new materials and mixes viz.
Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA), Microsurfacing and
Hot Asphalt Mixes using waste plastic, which
have been laid on actual sites, for performance
monitoring, towards development and upgradation
of Standards / Specifications. The study is being
done with the following objectives:
i. Laboratory characterization of materials /
mixes and design of Stone Matrix Asphalt
(SMA), Microsurfacing and Hot Asphalt Mixes
using waste plastic.
ii. Construction, supervision and quality checking
during execution of road sections laid with Fig. 68 : Condition of SMA surface on Lodi road
Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA), Microsurfacings
and Waste Plastic Modified hot mix asphalt.
iii. Time series periodic performance monitoring of
road sections laid with SMA, microsurfacings
and waste plastic modified hot mix asphalt.
iv. Refinement / Revision of present Codes of
Practice viz. IRC: SP: 79-2008 for SMA, IRC: SP:
81-2008 for Microsurfacing and Development
of Specifications for Hot Mix Asphalt using
waste plastic.
Performance observations have been taken upto
December 2013 as envisaged. The time series data
includes the following: Fig. 69 : Condition of microsurfacing on Chandra Gupta marg
a. Assessment of Pavement Surface Distress by

visual observation
b. Measurement of Pavement surface roughness
by using Roughometer-II
c. Deflection measurements by using Benkelman
Beam Method
d. Traffic volume survey, 24 hours round the
clock
Final set of performance Monitoring on various
road sections laid with Stone Matrix Asphalt
(SMA), Hot Mix Asphalt mixes using Waste Plastic
and Microsurfacing were undertaken during March
Fig. 70 : Hot Mix asphalt surface using waste plastic on Maa
April, 2015. Processing / analysis of performance Anandmayee Marg

Pavement Engineering Road Asset Management
Study of Noise Reflection and Absorption for 72) have been made on number of rigid and flexible
Flexible and Rigid Pavement Surface pavement surfaces as detailed below:
The study had been carried out with the following CRRI-Mahipal Pur (Mastic Asphalt/Concrete
Objectives: on flyover)
To study the noise reflection and absorption Ring Road-Delhi (Mastic Asphalt/Concrete on
in different types of pavement surface flyover)
Noida Expressway (Bituminous Concrete)
To measure the surface roughness of selected
pavement surface DND Expressway (Bituminous Concrete)
Developed the Noise Reduction Coefficient NH-24 (Bituminous Concrete)
(NRC) of different types of pavement surface Yamuna Expressway (Concrete Road)
The study methodology has been shown in Fig. 71. Akbar Road (Microsurfacing)
Noise absorption and reflection measurements (Fig. The final report with data analysis is in progress.
Fig. 71 : A flow chart of study methodology
Fig. 72 : Noise absorption and reflection measurements

Study on the Effect of Surface Texture of

Bituminous and Cement Concrete Surfacing
on Skid Resistance
In continuation of earlier report (Annual Report
2013-14), different pavement surfacing types, old
and new for the both Bituminous and Cement
Concrete were studied. Micro texture and macro
texture were measured using British Portable Skid
Resistance Tester (BPT) and Sand Patch Method
respectively. The data so obtained for the various
pavement surfaces is analyzed and a good correlation
has been found to exist between British Pendulum
Number (BPN) and Mean Texture Depth (MTD) for Fig. 74 : Relationships between BPN (Wet) and MTD in old
both the new and old Bituminous Concrete (BC) bituminous concrete (BC) surfaces
surfaces.
Regression analysis has been carried out between
BPN and MTD, for the three cases of Bituminous
Concrete (BC) pavements namely overall, old and
new BC surfaces respectively and good correlations
were obtained. The relationship derived is as
follows,
For overall BC, BPN=27.29 (MTD) + 40.92 (R=0.79).....(i)
For old BC, BPN=31.37 (MTD) + 37.53 (R=0.74)....(ii)
For new BC, BPN=25.52 (MTD) + 43.69 (R=0.94)...(iii)
The relationships in the form of scatter charts are

shown in the Figs. 73 to 75.
Fig. 75 : Relationships between BPN (Wet) and MTD in new
It can be seen from the above Figures, that new bituminous concrete (BC) surfaces
Bituminous Concrete (BC) surface indicate the
best correlation among all the three cases, followed correlation between the British Pendulum Number
by overall BC and then old BC surfaces. The (BPN) value in wet condition and MTD for Semi
Dense Bituminous Concrete (SDBC) could not be
established due to insufficient sample size and also
due to the heterogeneous site conditions.
Regression analysis between BPN and MTD values
has been carried out for the identified sections of
Cement Concrete roads. A linear relationship has
been established between the BPN in wet condition
and MTD with an R2 value of 0.40.
For CC, BPN = 43.12 (MTD) + 38.20 (R = 0.40)
More sections of CC pavement surfaces are required
to arrive at generalised and reliable correlation. The
following salient points emerged from the study:
Fig. 73 : Relationships between BPN (Wet) and MTD in overall 1. The study has provided useful database on
bituminous concrete (BC) surfaces skid resistance for the different surfacing i.e.

Bituminous and Cement Concrete Pavements. performance evaluation using high speed
It has been observed from the study that measuring equipments is recommended both
there are few test locations / test sections at routine / project level and at net work level
which exhibit low skid resistance as well as to enable advanced planning for corrective
low texture depth, indicating that these test measures at the most appropriate time.
sections or locations performed fair from the
consideration of surface friction. The average
Applications of Rhinophalt Preservative and
skid resistance value at these locations was its Performance Evaluation on Three Toll
found close to the specified value and even Roads (Trial Stretches) in Rajasthan and
in some cases below the specified value of Gujarat States
55. Therefore, these locations would require In continuation of the earlier report (Annual Report
periodic and closer evaluation to reduce skid 2013-14), final series of performance observations
related risk in future. A pavement surface can on the road sections identified in different states
be maintained at an acceptable level, if the have been completed. The product Rhinophalt
maintenance strategies that are planned and preservative is being evaluated for Indian condition
implemented without any delay. for assessing its suitability in increasing the life
2. The study further indicates that skid resistance of pavements and ensure improved performance
values show an increasing trend with increase on large term basis. Performance observations to
in texture depth for most of the test locations be undertaken on three selected road sections /
conforming to the findings reported by earlier stretches include the following:
studies. 1) Assessment of Pavement Surface Condition
3. Positive correlation between Macro Texture by visual inspection
depth and microtexture (BPN value) of the 2) Benkelman Beam Deflection measurements
pavement has been established for Bituminous 3) Pavement Surface Roughness measurements
Concrete (BC) and cement concrete surfaces
4) Traffic Volume and Axle Load surveys
(CC). Further, skid characteristics exhibited by
various pavement surfacings i.e. Bituminous 5) Test pit observations
Concrete (BC), Semi Dense Bituminous 6) Skid Resistance
Concrete (SDBC), Micro surfacing (MS) 7) Laboratory Evaluation of cores retrieved from
and Cement Concrete (CC) pavements were bituminous layers
studied. From the data, it has also been observed
Further analysis of data and preparation of report is
that Cement Concrete (CC) Pavement with
in progress
grooving transverse texture pattern exhibited
very good skid resistance followed by Micro
surfacing (MS), Bituminous Concrete (BC),
Semi Dense Bituminous Concrete (SDBC), Consultancy Assignments
and normal Cement Concrete (CC) pavements.
Since the data undertaken for the study is one Implementation of Microsurfacing Technology
time observation, therefore, it is very difficult on NDMC Roads under Riding RIP (Phase-IV)
to predict the change in skid resistance with The project consist of a total Twenty Eight roads
time. Time series data or comprehensive falling under the jurisdiction of New Delhi
long term performance study would require Municipal Council (NDMC) in New Delhi where
arriving at a meaningful conclusion in the implementation of Microsurfacing Technology
context of high speed corridors. is under progress. Microsurfacing as a renewal
4. Surface friction property is becoming an treatment was suggested by CSIR-CRRI after
emerging issue in India too in the context evaluating the roads by taking into consideration of
of road traffic safety, therefore, long term structural capacity and traffic conditions plying on

these roads and the same is being implemented by
the user agency. The results are quite encouraging
and performance of the Microsurfacing as a renewal
layer for urban roads is quite positive.
Evaluation of Peripheral Road from Shani
Temple to J.P. Office Intersection Between
Sector 128 and Noida-Greater Noida
Expressway Fig. 78 : Road surface having raveling
Noida Industrial Development Authority (NOIDA)

requested Central Road Research Institute (CRRI),
New Delhi to carry out a detailed investigation with
remedial measures for peripheral road starting from
Shani Temple to J.P. office intersection between
Sector 128 and Noida-Greater Noida Expressway.
Figures 76, 77, 78 & 79, present view of existing
development work near Shani Temple to J.P. office
intersection Road. During the site visits/inspections,
it was observed that pavement surface defects/
distress, in terms of slippage, cracking, patchwork
and undulations have been developed on these
Fig. 79 : Extensive potholes, loss of materials and patch work
project roads which have significant impact on
riding quality.
The report brings out the details of field
investigations undertaken on the project road which
includes laboratory evaluations on bituminous
material, granular material, subgrade material and
discussions with inferences of the data / results
obtained. Conclusions were drawn for arriving
needed remedial measures in the form of structural
overlay to cater the existing and projected traffic
loading towards improving the current condition of
project road.
Evaluation of Pavement Condition,
Strengthening Requirements and Development
Fig. 76 : Ongoing development work near the project road of Database Management System for Delhi
PWD Roads (Ring Road and Outer Ring
Road)
As reported earlier, Delhi, PWD has awarded the
assignment to develop a Data base Management
System on Road Inventory and Pavement Condition
for a length of about 100 km covering Ring Road
and Outer Ring Road in Delhi. The overall objective
of this study was to evaluate the road condition and
development of database management system on
road inventory and pavement condition for ring road
Fig. 77 : Uneven road profile and patch works and outer ring road with the ultimate aim to maintain

and manage roads at a desired level of serviceability. activities included are as follows:
As a part of this activity, it was recommended that Pavement deflection measurements using
the information on road inventory and condition Benkelman Beam and Falling Weight
data will be collected using State-of Art Equipments Deflectometer
available with the Institute.
Test Pit evaluation, axle load and traffic
In order to accomplish the entire scope of the
surveys at key locations
study, state-of art equipments namely Automated
Road Survey System (ARSS), Falling Weight Assessment of pavement surface condition
Deflectometer and Weigh-In-Motion System have (distress) on visual basis
been used on the study network. The other survey Development of database management system
includes Benkelman Beam Deflection (BBD), Traffic (Fig. 80) and
Volume Count, Visual Distress Survey and Test Pit
Evaluation. The recommendations on Strengthening/ Recommendations for strengthening
Rehabilitation requirements are given on the basis requirements (Ring Road and Outer Ring
of measurements by Benkelman Beam, traffic and Road)
axle load data. Figure 81 (a, b & c) shows a typical layout of map
The methodology used for the survey included generated using Real Time Differential Global
Road Inventorisation (gradient, cross slope and Positioning System (RTGPS) Installed in Automated
curvature), GPS Coordinates and Roughness Index Road Survey System for Ring Road and Outer Ring
using Automated Road Survey System. The other Road respectively.
Fig. 80 : Database Management System
(a) Map Generated using RTDGPS for (b) Map Generated using RTDGPS for Outer (c) Map Generated using RTDGPS for Outer
Ring Road Ring Road from Wazirabad to Janakpuri Ring Road from NH-8 to Okhla
District Centre
Fig. 81 (a, b, c) : Typical layout of generated maps using real time differential GPS

The final report contains the methodology adopted facilities. Sardar Patel Marg is only road which cater
for conducting various field studies/surveys and heavy volume of traffic.
presents the data/results obtained from functional To meet the objective of the assignment, field
and structural evaluations including the traffic evaluations were carried out in the month of
volume and axle loads for Ring Road and Outer April -June 2014 with a view to assess the existing
Ring Road. The report presents recommendations functional condition of project roads, in order
on maintenance and strengthening requirements to recommend suitable remedial / resurfacing
required for improvement of Ring Road and Outer treatments for improving upon their present
Ring Road. condition. Field evaluations undertaken included
Functional Evaluation of Selected NDMC (i) Assessment of pavement surface condition of
Roads and Needed Remedial Measures to all the proposed roads by visual inspection
Improve the Riding Quality to find out the extent and severity of various
distress types developed.
This consultancy assignment was referred to Central
Road Research Institute (CRRI), New Delhi by the (ii) Measurement of pavement surface roughness
Executive Engineer (RIP), New Delhi Municipal of all proposed roads by using Roughometer-
Council (NDMC), with the primary aim to evaluate / III.
assess the existing condition of a total of twenty four (iii) Analysis of data / results to make
roads scattered in NDMC area, and to recommend recommendations on resurfacing / remedial
the needed remedial / resurfacing treatments which treatments.
may be required to improve upon their current
condition. In the present study, pavement surface of all
project roads were closely examined for evidence
The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has a of distress / deterioration etc. through the visual
large number of roads within its jurisdiction, mainly inspection / observation. Predominant distress types
falling in the VIP area of Delhi. These roads need encountered on most of the roads are in the form
proper maintenance and rehabilitation for smooth of ravelling or loss of fines, and light to moderate
flow of traffic. cracks at isolated locations. Data on pavement
Most of the project roads, confined in NDMC area surface condition in terms of total surface distress
are in around of Connaught Place, India Gate and with respect to total paved area (i.e. % distressed
Chanakayapuri area. The total length of roads taken area), as observed for twenty four roads, taken up
up for evaluation under this assignment is 29140 under the present investigations. Figures. 82, 83 &
metres with a total paved area of about 4,69,224.00 84 show the type and extent of distresses observed
sq. metres. Majority of roads are divided carriageways on some of the project roads.
with road width varying from two lanes, four lanes
and six lanes.
Most of the roads serve both as internal roads
within the colony and / or as link roads connecting
to the main roads / hospitals / markets etc. Length
of various roads covered under the project ranges
from 185 to 2800 m while pavement width varies
from 11.30 to 21.50 m. Traffic plying on these roads
varying from light to heavy volume and comprises
of buses, cars, three wheelers, pick-up vans, two
wheelers and cycles. Very less numbers of heavy
vehicles / trucks use these roads on occasions by
various departments of NDMC for servicing and
maintenance of roads and other infrastructure Fig. 82 : A general view of Rajaji Marg, New Delhi

Pavement surface roughness, on

different roads, was measured by
using Roughometer-III. It is a high
speed response type road roughness
measuring device developed
by Australian Road Research
Board (ARRB) Ltd. Roughness
measurements were undertaken
with a view to assess the riding
quality of roads, which gets affected
mainly by the condition of pavement
surface. The measurements, using
Fig. 83 : A view of major cracks & settlement on Janpath Road Roughometer-III, were undertaken on
two wheel paths. The measurement
of pavement surface roughness,
carried out on all the twenty four
roads, indicate that pavement surface
roughness for majority of the roads is
in good to fair condition. The average
roughness values for various project
roads are observed in the range of
2360 mm/km to 3290 mm /km.
The data as obtained from the field
evaluation for all the twenty four
roads was processed, analyzed and
applied in making recommendations
towards remedial / resurfacing
Fig. 84 : A view of poor surface condition on Nyaya Marg (Between Satya Marg R/A and
Shanti Path R/A)
treatments for improving upon their
current condition. In order to provide
Major patch repair works were also observed on maintenance treatments (resurfacing), a criterion
Bhagwan Dass Road and Janpath Marg (between based on pavement distress and roughness has been
Tolstoy Marg and Windsor Place) due to metro works. recommended.
Overall the surface condition in majority cases fall
under the category of good to fair. Total distressed The salient criterion and major considerations
area for the project roads under evaluation is found based on which recommendations for resurfacing
to be in the range of minimum 1 to 5 percent to treaments are being made for the project roads are
maximum 20 to 25 percent. given in Table XIV.
Table XIV : Salient Criterion and Major considerations adopted while making recommendations
S.No Total Surface Roughness Recommended / Resurfacing Treatment (mm)

Distress (%) (mm/km)
1 <10 <2800 Single layer of micro surfacing (Type III)/ or two layers
of (Type II)
2 >10 >2800 Two layers of MS (Type III) or 40 mm thick SDBC layer

+ MS (Type III)

It should further be noted that in order to provide increase in traffic has resulted in premature failure
smooth riding quality, resurfacing treatments were of project road. Fig. 85 shows layout plan of project
carried out by NDMC on majority of the project road. The detailed evaluation of project road was
roads during 2007-08. Hence, it is now also assumed done by Institute team to recommend the needed
that all the project road are structurally adequate remedial measures in the form of flexible / concrete
since practically no commercial vehicles except pavement, as feasible. The scope of work taken up
buses are plying on these roads and majority of under this study include the following activities:
these project roads were resurfaced with DBM and Assessment of pavement surface condition of
SDBC before laying of micro surfacing in 2007-08. the project road by visual inspection.
Profile correction course (PCC) wherever required in
Commercial traffic volume and axle load
particular the roads where metro works have been
surveys.
carried out in order to bring it to proper profile, the
same may be applied as per requirements before Test pit observations.
laying of Micro Surfacing. Laboratory characterization of subgarde soil
As stated above, it is assumed that none of the project retrieved through test pits.
roads are in need of any overlay/strengthening. To frame recommendations for needed flexible
Therefore, maintenance treatments, in terms of / concrete pavement, as feasible.
only resurfacing, based on the criterion formulated Fig. 86 & 87 show typical views of distress developed
by considering pavement distress and roughness, as on project road. Fig. 88 shows the typical view of
indicated in above table, have been recommended. weighing of multiaxle truck in progress. Table
Evaluation of Road from Gwalior - Jhansi XV shows commercial vehicles per day on project
Road to Ghongha (Bilouwa) in Gwalior District road and Table XVI shows observed vehicle damage
factor values which have been used for the design
of Madhya Pradesh for Needed Remedial
of project road. The laboratory study shows that
Measures the stripping values of locally available aggregates
This project was sponsored to Institute by Madhya collected from site were found to be in the range of
Pradesh Rural Road Development Authority, Bhopal 75 to 80 percent, against the maximum permissible
(MP). The traffic loading on the project road has limit of 5 percent (retained coating). Figure 89 shows
been increased in order of 122 msa against the the typical view of stripped coarse aggregate found
designed traffic loading of 12 msa and this enormous after stripping test.
Fig. 85 : A layout plan of project road from Gwalior - Jhansi road junction to Ghongha (Bilouwa)

Fig. 86 : A typical view of exposed granular layer Fig. 87 : A typical view of deep seated potholes upto GSB level
Fig. 88 : A view of weighing of multiaxle truck in progress Fig. 89 : A typical view of stripped coarse aggregate found after
stripping test
Table - XV : Commercial Vehicles Per Day (CVPD) on Project Road
Sl. Type of Vehicles Gwalior- Jhansi Road Ghongha (Bilouwa) to Daily Traffic
No. to Ghongha (Bilouwa) Gwalior- Jhansi Road (Up + Down)
(UP) (Down)
1. Two Axle- Trucks 56 53 109
2. Multi- Axle Trucks 411 475 886
Total Commercial Vehicles per 467 528 995

Day (CVPD)
Note: Traffic Volume survey was conducted from 18.03.2015 (9 AM) to 19.03.2015 (9AM)
Table - XVI : Vehicle Damage Factors (VDFs) for Project Road
Sl. No. Type of Vehicles VDF Observed
1. 2- Axle Trucks 29.43
2. Multi- Axle Trucks 38.35

It is known that cement concrete pavements require (x) Details of tie bars at longitudinal joints:
very little maintenance and provides good riding Diameter of deformed steel bars = 12mm
quality and better reflectivity. Even also drainage Length of deformed steel bars = 640 mm
deficiencies do not damage much the concrete
Spacing of deformed steel bars = 800mm
pavement. Concrete pavements are not very much
affected at water logged areas and also function (xi) Camber in transverse direction = 1.5 %
properly. Keeping in view the above considerations Further, it is recommended that existing bituminous
such as commercial traffic movement with higher and granular base course layers should be removed
axle loads (overloading) and poor quality of completely and existing GSB should be rolled and
aggregates especially due to higher stripping value, compacted adequately (98 percent of maximum
the project road is found suitable to be rehabilitated dry density of GSB) before laying of proposed DLC
with cement concrete pavement rather than flexible layer. The DLC layer should be extended on both
pavement. sides beyond concrete slabs minimum by 300 mm.
The values obtained for pavement design in the case The rehabilitation design of Interlocking Concrete
of rehabilitation / upgradation of 7 m wide main Block Pavement (ICBP) shoulder on either side of
carriageway of the project road are as under: main carriageway is also recommended and details
(i) CBR value of existing soil = 10% are as under:
(ii) Existing granular subbase cum drainage layer (i) Width of shoulder on either side of 7 m wide
= 260 mm carriageway = 2.5 m
(iii) Design Period = 25 years (ii) Thickness of Concrete Blocks = 120 mm
(iv) Dry Lean Concrete Layer = 100 mm (compressive strength of blocks at 28 days =
(7 days compressive strength -10 mpa) 50 N / mm2)
(v) Polythene sheet separation membrane = 125
(iii) Thickness of Sand Bedding = 50 mm
micron
(iv) Thickness of Wet Mix Macadam Base = 150
(vi) Pavement Quality Concrete (PQC) = 220mm
mm
(28 days flexural strength 45 kg/cm2)
(v) Thickness of Granular Subbase = 260 mm
(vii) Spacing of contraction joint = 4.5 m
(viii) Width of the PQC Slab = 3.5 m (vi) Camber in transverse direction = 2.5 %
(ix) Dowel Bar Details at each transverse joint: The cross section details of proposed cement
Diameter of mild steel bars = 32 mm concrete pavement on project road from Gwalior-
Length of mild steel bars = 500 mm Jhansi Road junction to Ghongha (Bilouwa) is given
Spacing of mild steel bars = 270 mm in Fig. 90.
Notes: (1) The DLC levelling course shall extended both sides beyond concrete slab minimum by 300mm.
(2) Existing bituminous and granular base course layers shall be removed completely and existing GSB shall be rolled at 98% of Maximum Dry Density
before laying of proposed DLC layer.
Fig. 90 : A cross section of recommended cement concrete pavement on project road from Gwalior - Jhansi road junction to
Ghongha (Bilouwa)

Bridges and Structures
Development of a New Fatigue Load Model of 16317 trucks. The truck axle configuration and
for Road Bridges load data are analyzed to estimate the parameters
which could be useful to define the fatigue load
The increase in truck traffic frequency and load
model such as equivalent weight, number of axles,
affects the fatigue life of road bridges. Fatigue
axle spacing and axle load ratio. To arrive at the
damage occurs when the bridge undergoes cyclic
equivalent weight of the most frequent truck, the
loading during service life. Fatigue is a great
procedure given by Schilling and Klippstein (1978)
concern for bridge engineers with the use of high
was adopted. After studying number of axles of
strength steel and concrete for the construction.
16317 trucks of 14 different locations it is seen that
Also, consideration of fatigue for design of bridges
three axle trucks is plying on the road in majority.
has drawn great attention due to the introduction
Study of axle load ratio of 3420 three axle trucks
of limit state design of road bridges. However, a
gave most common axle load ratio as 0.3:0.35:0.35.
suitable Fatique Load Model (FLM) is necessary for
The most frequent spacing between 1st and 2nd
fatigue assessment of bridges. The objective of this
axle is 4.5m and between 2nd and 3rd axle is 1.4m.
study is to establish a new Fatigue Load Model (FLM)
Also, a separate analysis was performed, assuming
which can represent the characteristics of actually
that the trucks for which data was collected were
plying truck traffic on Indian road network.
not overloaded. Based on this study, the overloading
To achieve the objective, the detailed analysis of factor and increase in equivalent weight of FLM due
truck traffic data, truck axle configuration and to overloading has been estimated. It is found out that
axle load data were carried out. The truck traffic the average overloading factor is 1.5. The calculated
database used for the study consisted of 47317 equivalent weight (Weq) for actual truck traffic
trucks collected on eleven National Highways (NH) plying on road is 40.7 tons while after assuming
by CRRI during 2006-2013. The analysis of truck that the trucks are not overloaded it is estimated
traffic data was carried out to study the proportion as 27.08 tons. The new FLM has been defined with
of truck in total traffic volume, estimation of Average three number of axles, 40 tons equivalent weight
Truck Traffic (ADTT), truck traffic distribution per with axle weight 12 ton, 14 ton and 14 ton of axle 1,
lane and direction effect on percentage of truck axle 2 and axle 3 respectively as shown in Fig. 91.
traffic. It was observed that percentage of truck
traffic varies from 21 to 54 percent on NHs outside
the city area and 1 to 12 percent on NHs passing
within the city. From the analysis of ADTT, it was
found that average ADTT for NH is 2087 and it is
2200 for a probability of occurrence of 50 percent.
From the study of truck traffic distribution per
lane it is found that 62 to 99 percent of the truck
traffic plied on the lane 1 i.e. inner lane (near to
central verge or median). From the direction effect
on percentage of truck traffic it was that for fatigue
design, directionality effect can be ignored as the Fig. 91: Vehicle for fatigue studies
difference in truck traffic between up and down
direction is not more than 4 percent. The principle of development of FLM is based on
The database of truck axle load data used in the the hypothesis that the damage produced by FLM is
present study includes data collected on fourteen equivalent to the damage produced by actual truck
locations of National Highways (NH), State traffic plying on road bridges. Therefore, it has been
Highways (SH) and Major District Roads (MDR) of planned to validate the proposed fatigue load model
Indian road network, collected by using static weigh by comparing the fatigue damage due to FLM with
station and Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) system during that by actually plying truck traffic, for which WIM
the period of 2009 to 2013. This database comprises measurements would be carried out on selected

roads. This fatigue load model has been introduced included with the help of soil springs. Free vibration
in IRC: 6-2014 Standard, Specifications and Code analysis was carried out for the (i) single pier-pile
of Practice for Road Bridges Section II Loads and foundation system constructed in different type of
Stresses for design of bridges. soils by varying the modulus of subgrade reaction
from 525 to 9960 T/m3, (ii) Three span continuous
Study on Effect of Soil-Structure Interaction unit with individual span of 34m. Assuming the
on Seismic Response of Pier-Pile Foundation elevated roadway is situated in Seismic zone V,
System of a Multi-Span Elevated Roadway the seismic forces in transverse, longitudinal and
Bridges are critical infrastructure in a road network vertical directions were estimated. Also, the tip
and availability of transport network is very crucial displacement of pier, support BM, and shear forces
for post disaster rescue operations. Therefore, were obtained. Based on the study it is seen that
bridges are to be designed such that no collapse with increase in the height of pier, frequency gets
occurs during an earthquake. This demands rigorous reduced and time period of vibration increases for
analysis of a bridge under seismic forces depending longitudinal, transverse and vertical direction. As
on span arrangement, structural configuration the soil gets denser the frequency also increases and
and its location. The objective was to analytically time period decreases as shown in Fig. 92. As height
investigate the seismic effect of pier-pile foundation of the pier increases the deflection of pier also
and to study the seismic response of pier-pile increases. In the case of a multi span continuous
foundation system of a multi-span elevated roadway, bridge the displacement at the top of free pier along
considering the soil structure interaction. x, y and z direction decreases as the modulus of sub
grade reaction of soil increases. Also, the fixed piers
In this study, pier-pile foundation of a continuous
attract larger seismic forces in comparison to free
elevated road way with a span of 102m has been
piers.
chosen. This elevated roadway is supported by
piers of varying heights in the range of 4 to 16m Seismic Risk Assessment of Typical Urban
and the pile foundation and to consists of piles
Bridges using Pushover Analysis
of 1.2m diameter and 20.0m deep. The modeling
of each of the pier-pile foundation system was In the present study, the assessment of vulnerabilities
carried out, and effect of soil-structure interaction using a deterministic approach based on nonlinear
Fig. 92 : Variation in time period of fixed pier- pile foundation system with different soil conditions

Fig. 93 : Pushover curve for mono-pier (similar to metro pier) with different base conditions
Fig. 94 : Vulnerability curve of bridge (Longitudinal direction)
static analysis i.e. pushover analysis has been planning of disaster mitigation programs.
successfully achieved for the bridge structure. The results of pushover analysis of the bridge in
Considering the uncertainty in the seismic activity the form of demand capacity curve in different
as well as in the capacity of the bridges, seismic directions has been shown in Fig. 94 under a bridge
fragility curves have been developed. Soil structure in Delhi region. This suggests that the bridge under
interaction is included in the study which helps to consideration as per IS/ IRC considerations for
assess its effect on the response of the structure. seismicity there are 18 percent chances of slight
Fragility curves for the mono-pier, bent and a typical damage. However, if the intensity of earthquake
urban bridge have been developed (Fig. 93). These is higher than the codal recommendations these
fragility curves can be used as an input in risk and values will change. The technique available
loss assessment. It may help the administrator to with CSIR-CRRI can provide answers of possible
devise a rehabilitation priority programme and in damages under changed seismic scenario. Further,

study is planned to extend this for a transportation load carrying capacity of bridges has been undertaken
network. in collaboration with Structural Engineering
Research Centre (SERC), Chennai and Coimbatore
Condition Assessment, Structural Health Institute of Technology (CIT), Coimbatore.
Monitoring and Remaining Life Assessment
The health monitoring of bridges employs wireless
of Bridges
technology for data transmission to the master
(i) Intelligent Remote Health Monitoring control station. There is a provision of continuous
for Bridge System monitoring and warning during abnormal behavior
This study, sponsored by Department of Science & for which suitable damage detection, life estimation
Technology towards assessing structural health and and performance evaluation algorithms are to be
integrated with the system.
In the first stage, the sensors (vibrating wire strain
gauges) have been installed in a few of the girders
in a bridge linking NH-24 and NH-58 in Ghaziabad.
The free vibration characteristics of the PSC girder
have also been assessed on site using accelerometers
and FFT analyser (Figs. 95, 96 & 97).
(ii) Health Monitoring of 6-lane Roadway
over Palam Drain Dwarka, New Delhi
through Instrumentation
Towards continued efforts of assessing health on
long-term basis during service life of infrastructure,
Six-lane Roadway over Palam Drain in Dwarka,
New Delhi has been chosen for study. The work of
installation of instruments was completed earlier and
monitoring of the instrumented sections has been
planned. The changes in the values of performance
Fig. 95 : A PSC Bridge under construction parameters beyond the normal limits are the direct
Fig. 96 : Sensors (VW and Accelerometers) installed in the girder

Fig. 97 : Spectrum of the free vibration of the girder
indication of some sort of distress in the structure.

Thus through the instrumentation the distress can
be identified and the proper remedial measures can
be adopted at an appropriate time. The cross section
adopted is shown in Fig. 98.
The strains in the drain structure are measured
with the help of V.W. strain gauges embedded in the
structure during concreting. At each instrumented
section, about 20 strain gauges have been installed
in the drain. To obtain temperature profile across
the depth of the deck slab, V.W. temperature sensors
have been installed at two locations as shown in
Fig. 99.
Fig. 99 : Installation of temperature sensors in deck slab
In addition to the v.w. temperature sensors,

thermistor type temperature gauges have also been
attached with each strain sensors for measurement
of temperature.
To obtain probability of corrosion and rate of
corrosion in the different component of Palam
drain, corrosion sensors have been installed at
nine instrumented sections as shown in Fig. 100.
To obtain pressure in the different component of
retaining wall of Palam drain, pressure sensors have
been installed at two locations in the retaining walls
Fig. 98 : A cross section of 6-lane roadway, Dwarka, New Delhi and at one location at the sedimentation chamber.

The present study was accomplished to assess the
vibratory characteristics of the nearby structure
of a train passing through a tunnel (Fig. 101).
The response vibration was measured in all
three orthogonal directions simultaneously using
accelerometers as well as velocity sensors (Fig. 102).
The results as obtained on the site were presented
to the sponsor along with suitable remedial measure
to be employed.
Fig. 100: Installation of corrosion sensor in deck slab
Noise and Vibration Assessment along a Train

Corridor
The noise and vibration generated by underground
transit trains have significant environmental impact
on occupants of nearby buildings. The inhabitants
perceive vibration either directly as motion of the
floors and walls or indirectly as reradiated noise.
A third and significant source of disturbance to
Fig. 102 : Placement of sensors on the floor of the building
the occupants is from movement of suspended
household objects, the rattling of windowpanes,
Durability of Concrete Structures
shaking of items kept on the shelves, and rumbling
sounds. Annoyance from vibration often occurs Durability is defined as the ability of a material
when the vibration exceeds the threshold of or product to perform satisfactorily in a given
perception. In all the above cases the problem environmental / exposure conditions. Towards the
of ground-borne vibration (GBV) is important at goal of improving the durability of concrete, the
frequencies typically up to 200 Hz or so. following research studies were taken.
1) Experimental investigation on structural
properties of nano-silica added high
performance concrete
2) Study on Effects of Partial Replacement of
Cement with Rice Husk Ash in Concrete
3) Performance Evaluation of Silane Based
Protective Surface Coatings for Cement
Concrete
(i) Experimental Investigation on Structural
Properties of Nanosilica added High
Performance Concrete
The objective of this study is to investigate the
Fig. 101 : A typical apartment building and relative distance from
effect of addition of nanosilica on the strength,
tunnel durability and time dependant properties like creep

and shrinkage of cement concrete and, compare (ii) Study on Effects of Partial Replacement
the same vis--vis the micro-silica added high of Cement with Rice Husk Ash (RHA) in
performance concrete. Concrete
The study focuses to study the influence of the As reported earlier (Annual Report 2013-14), this
nanosilica addition on the various mechanical, study has been planned to investigate the effect of
structural, durability and time dependent properties RHA as obtained from uncontrolled burning on the
of nanosilica added concrete and their comparison properties of concrete vis-a-vis that of a reference
with those of the microsilica added concrete and a concrete made with Portland cement. The properties
concrete with no cementitious admixtures (reference of concrete containing Portland cement and rice
concrete). Colloidal nanosilica (CNS) was procured husk ash (RHA) were evaluated using a RHA sample
for the purpose. received from Punjab.
The solid (nano-silica) content of the colloidal The RHA was black in colour in as received condition
silica was determined as 50 percent, the rest indicating that it contained some un-burnt carbon.
being water. Microsilica (MS) was obtained from a When the same was burnt in a furnace at 600 C
standard supplier [Fig. 103 (a) & (b)]. The surface to burnt-out the carbon, after which the RHA was
characteristics and the average particle size of the whitish in colour. This was done to ensure that
CNS and MS were obtained from Transmission the un-burnt carbon does not influence the water
Electron Microscopy (TEM) and Scanning Electron demand of the resulting concrete mix. The RHA
Microscopy (SEM). was burnt for 24 hours after which the weight of
the residue was taken and the loss in weight was
calculated to estimate the carbon content that has
been lost from the RHA as carbon dioxide during
burning in the furnace. The carbon content of the
as received RHA was found out to be 12.38 percent.
Concrete test specimen were cast for study of
compressive, flexural and split tensile strengths,
elastic modulus, water absorption, RCPT, concrete
resistivity and flexural behavior of RCC beam.
The standard consistency test of the cement paste
containing different proportions of RHA showed
(a) : Colloidal Nanosilica (b) : Microsilica
that the consistency increased with increase in
Fig. 103 :
proportion of RHA. The setting times of the cement
A 40 MPa concrete was designed as per IS 10262 +RHA paste were higher than those of the paste
to fulfill the requirements of a concrete exposed to made with Portland cement alone. The compressive
severe environmental conditions as defined in IRC strength, tensile strength and flexural strength of
112. both the reference and 10 percent RHA admixed
Optimum replacement contents of cement concrete mix were almost similar. At later ages than
with CNS and MS, were determined by a study 90 days, the compressive strength increased more
of strength efficiency factor. The concrete test than that of the reference concrete.
specimen of different sizes were cast for study of This is due to the slow reactivity of RHA in 10
strength, durability, time dependent properties and percent RHA admixed concrete. The elastic
the structural behavior. modulus of recycled aggregate concrete was found
The nano-silica imparts high early strength (within to decrease with 10 percent RHA in concrete when
24 hours) to the concrete and reduced RCPT compared to the reference concrete. The E value of
values (i.e. improved durability). The testing of the RHA was found to be 16.2 percent lesser than that
specimen is in progress. of reference concrete at 90 days age.

The water absorption of 10 percent RHA admixed RH for 14 days. A total of about 250 specimen were
concrete was less than that of the reference concrete prepared. Three different types of liquid silane
without any RHA. The concrete resistivity of 10 coatings from the one manufacturer were procured.
percent RHA concrete specimens was 24.575 K The coated concrete specimen were cured at 30
cm and that of reference concrete was 36.675 K 2C, and 65 2 percent RH for 15 days. The coated
cm. The lesser concrete resistivity of reference and cured concrete specimen were subjected to the
concrete specimens than 10 percent RHA concrete following tests:
specimens indicate that the electrical resistivity Water absorption and desorption
increases with use of RHA in concrete due to lesser
porosity of RHA concrete. The rapid chloride Alkali exposure test followed by water
penetration tests (RCPT) indicate that the chloride absorption and desorption
penetration decreased with use of 10 percent RHA Chloride exposure for 56 days and
in concrete (Fig. 104). This upholds the fact that the determination of chloride content
porosity in concrete is reduced by RHA and has a
Durability (heating and cooling) cycles:
dense mortar structure.
Specified tests to be carried out after 10, 20
and 40 cycles
Concrete resistivity
Capillary water absorption
Penetration depth
The coated and cured concrete specimen
were evaluated for the stated properties. The
water absorption of the concrete specimen has
significantly reduced after application of the water
repellent coatings. The water absorption of the
reference specimen after 72 hours was about 3.72
percent while that of the coated specimen at the
same period ranged from 0.40 to 2.76 percent. The
coating in liquid consistency performed best, with
a water absorption of 0.4 percent, but this was not
Fig. 104 : RCPT results of RHA added concrete
significantly different from the diluted coating
which exhibited a water absorption of 0.81 percent
(iii) Assessment of Performance Evaluation of (Fig. 105).
Protective Surface Coatings for Cement
Concrete
To assess performance of selected water repellent
coatings on concrete, silane based water repellent
coatings have been considered for their efficacy to
inhibit water penetration into concrete specimen.
The concrete specimen of type cubes, cylinders
and prisms were made with water/cement ratios
of 0.4 and 0.7. The concrete specimen were wet
cured for 28 days. The cured concrete specimen
were conditioned by cleaning with tap water,
followed by drying in air circulating oven for 72
hours at 100 5 C, and then subjecting the same
to a temperature of 30 2 C, and 80 2 percent Fig. 105 : Coated and un-coated specimen immersed in water

The coated and reference specimen were immersed tester. Higher the concrete resistivity, higher is the
in 0.1 N KOH solution and the increase in weight resistance to corrosion of reinforcement. Thus it
was measured at regular intervals over a prescribed may be inferred that, the concrete specimen with
period of 21 days. The alkali absorption of the silane coatings exhibit higher resistance to corrosion
un-coated (reference) concrete remained almost to steel reinforcement than the uncoated specimen.
constant during the period of test. However the same The ingress of water into concrete specimen
for the coated specimen increased with time. The through capillary action was assessed in this test.
alkali absorption of coating in crme consistency For this purpose, the concrete specimen, coated and
and the liquid concentrate coating was found to uncoated, were placed on blotting papers in a tray and
be higher than that of reference specimen at 21 just sufficient water was poured to wet the blotting
days while that of the coating in liquid consistency papers. The water would then get sucked into the
and the dilute coating was lower. Undiluted liquid concrete specimen through capillary action. The
consistency exhibited best performance among all increase in water content of the specimen with time
the coatings tested. was determined through weighing the specimen. It
The chloride resistance of the coated specimen was observed that the uncoated concrete specimen
was tested by immersing the coated and un-coated exhibited a capillary water absorption of 1.29
specimen in 15 percent NaCl solution for 56 days. percent while the concrete specimen coated with
Following immersion, the concrete was extracted liquid consistency coating exhibited a capillary
from depths of 0 to 20 mm and 20 to 50 mm. The water absorption of 0.22 percent, indicating that the
chloride content was determined through titration. coating is about 600 percent efficient in resisting
The durability of the coated concrete specimen was water ingress into concrete through capillary action
tested by subjecting them to cycles of heating and when such concrete specimen in contact with wet
cooling in an oven (Fig. 106). One cycle comprises soil, in comparison to the un-coated concrete.
of heating the samples for eight hours at 70 2C Water penetration test was carried out by attaching
followed by 16 hours of immersion in water at 27 cylindrical tubes to the concrete specimen and
2C. The specimen were subjected to three different filling the same with water. The ingress of water
cycles namely, 10, 20 and 40. into the concrete was measured through monitoring
After the chosen no. of cycles were completed, the decrease in the volume of water in the tube. A
the concrete specimen were tested for their water higher change in the volume of the water in the
absorption, and the desorption after periodic time tube indicates a higher penetration of the water into
intervals to assess the performance of the coatings. the concrete specimen. It was concluded from the
The concrete resistivity testing was carried out on test results that the uncoated concrete specimen
the prism specimen using a four-probe resistivity exhibited higher water penetration while the coated
specimen exhibited much less water penetration. It
was concluded from the available test results that
the silane based water repellent coatings offer better
protection to the concrete from water ingress and
inturn from the associated concrete deterioration.
Therefore the application of silane based water
repellent coatings to the concrete structures can be
recommended for their improved durability.
(iv) Characterisation of Various Types of
Waterproofing Membranes and its Effect
on Durability of RCC Slabs
The reinforced steel bars are susceptible to corrosion
due to ingress of water and harmful chemicals.
Fig. 106 : Durability test of coated concrete specimen in oven Waterproofing membrane (wpm) (sheet, board

and liquid membrane) is an additional solution to to flow in the elevated temperature; it is a decisive
improve the durability of bridge decks. There are factor in selection of appropriate samples for use
different types of waterproofing membranes being on bridge decks. The flexibility of WPM reduces
used on bridge decks such as Atactic Polypropylene when they are exposed to low temperature, and
Polymeric(APP) and Styrene Butadiene Styrene they can crack or tear during handling. Therefore,
(SBS). Though these materials have been used in this test helps to compare the performance of the
some of the Indian bridges, no Indian standards different type of WPMs at low temperature. Further,
have been developed so far. This in-house research water absorption test and pressure head test are
project has been undertaken with the objective to performed on the membranes. Pressure head test
study the effect of waterproofing membrane on determines the leakage if any of WPM under a
durability of concrete bridge decks. constant pressure head of water and was conducted
The properties of WPM mainly depend upon the type according to IS 13826 Part 4 and Figs. 107 & 108
of material used to form the sheet such as rubberized shows the apparatus used for the test.
asphalt, bituminous membrane, polymer-modified
asphalt, modified-bitumen, polymeric membrane or
bitumen and polymers and also the manufacturing
process. A membrane will protect a bridge deck only
if it is installed properly, stays intact and remain
firmly bonded to the deck. Cracked or poorly bonded
membrane can lead to serious roadway deterioration
such as cracking and developing of potholing.
Construction period is crucial for the life of a
membrane, because during construction that most
of the problems begin. For example, membranes are
subjected to abrasion damage from foot and vehicle
traffic, puncture from dropped objects and stones
pressed into the membrane, poor adhesion due to
inadequate workmanship, inclement weather or
material defects.
To achieve the above objective the proposed
methodology includes the study of literature to
understand the significance of various properties of Fig. 107 : Pressure head test apparatus
WPM and to design and develop equipments and
apparatus which could be used characterization During the year four APP samples and one SBS
of properties of waterproofing membranes. samples of WPM were evaluated to characterize
Subsequently, experimentally evaluate the physical the physical, temperature based and mechanical
and mechanical properties of unbonded membranes properties. Tensile strength test helps to determine
and then to perform studies on membranes bonded how well a membrane can resist and accommodate
to concrete specimens in the laboratory and then to movement of the concrete deck. Figure 109 shows
conduct field studies. the tensile strength test of a WPM specimen and the
tear strength is presented in Fig. 110.
As the thickness of WPM affects the tensile
strength, % elongation and tear strength, checking The studies carried out indicate that the (i)
of its dimensions and unit weight is important. Physical properties of WPM are governed by the
Also, the important temperature based properties of bitumen whereas the strength properties, puncture
WPM are softening point, heat resistance and low resistance and overall system integrity is affected
temperature flexibility. The softening point is an by the composition used. (ii) The low temperature
indicative of the tendency of bitumen in the sheet flexibility helps to select a suitable WPM for use on

Fig. 108 : A view of Pliability test apparatus
Fig. 109 : Tensile strength test apparatus Fig. 110: Tear strength test apparatus

bridges located in cold region and SBS is a better
choice in cold climate. (iii) When the softening
Consultancy Assignments
point is less than 120C, then generally an additional
protective layer needs to be used to protect WPM Structural Condition Assessment of Old
from hot bituminous concrete. Yamuna Bridge on SH-33 at Mathura
Development of Low Cost Dwellings The bridge was constructed in the early 1960s and
is located near Mahadev Ghat connecting Gokul
The need to develop and spread possible low and Sadar Bazar in Mathura. On the request of
cost dwelling which may replace thatched roof U.P. State Bridge Corporation, visual inspection
dwellings in the country has been felt. Towards this of Old Yamuna Bridge site at Mathura has been
responsibility of structural engineering ferrocement carried out jointly with the officials of U.P. State
dwellings have been revisited. The geometry of the Bridge Corporation. Total length of bridge is about
dwelling is chosen as of length, width and height 340 m and it comprises of four units of balance
as 2.75 m *1.8 m * 2.5 m (9 ft x 6 ft x 8 ft), an cantilever single cell box girders and three units of
isometric view of the dwelling. The material chosen intermediate suspended single cell box girders. The
is ferrocement with common strength and the mesh bridge is having 6.7m wide carriageway and 1.8m
wire with 0.83 mm diameter (square opening of wide footpath on either side of the carriageway. The
12.5 mm* 12.5 mm), strengthened by 6 to 8 mm general view of the bridge is shown in Fig. 112.
diameter reinforcement bars. The walls have a
thickness of 50 mm with a number of layers of the
mesh with a cover of 5mm on both the faces. The
roof has a thickness of 25 mm with 2 layers of mesh
with a cover of 5 mm and 7 mm respectively from
the bottom face.
The analysis has been done on a model without the
roof, with flat roof and curved roof. The sections
of the wall and roof along with induced stresses
have been shown in Fig. 111 under imposed loads.
Further, studies are being carried out to address the
environmental conditions such as temperature effect
in summer and the prototype is being prepared. Fig. 112 : A general view of the old Yamuna Bridge, Mathura
Fig. 111 : Stress profile of the building and curved roof

The visual inspection of both the abutments, inside that there is shear failure of the abutment wall.
of the box girders of two end spans, two penultimate Minor cracks and erosions of surfaces of piers have
spans and two cantilever portions of the suspended been observed at some locations. Cracks have also
spans have been carried out during the visit. Being been observed on pier caps of pier P1 and P8. There
an old bridge, drawings and design details of the are several cracks observed in webs, soffit and deck
bridge could not be arranged by the officials of U.P. slabs of superstructures. Bearings as shown in Fig.
State Bridge Corporation. Failure of the both the 114 have been found non functioning. Fig. 115
abutment walls observed from Fig.113. It is clear shows the bad condition of foot path and railings.
Fig. 113 : A view of failure of abutment wall A2 (U/s) Fig. 114 : Condition of bearings of Pier P1
Fig. 115 : A view of damaged railing /foot path in the span

It was observed that the expansion joints were In this study, the depth of executed well foundations
filled up with debris and not functioning properly. of abutments and piers was estimated using a)
Bearing got tilted and needed replacement. Other using Electrical Imaging Technique at two Abutment
minor deficiency in alignment were observed. A locations for two different carriageways; b) using
plan for rehabilitation was suggested. Pile Integrity Test / Impact Echo Test at twelve
locations at two locations for each of the abutment
Assessment of Load Carrying Capacity of the or pier (Fig. 116 & 117); c) using Parallel Bore
Bridge over Agra Canal in Faridabad Hole Seismic Test at one Abutment location. The
The under construction bridge at R.D. 07.150 km estimated depth of executed well foundations was
over Agra Canal near NTPCs Badarpur Thermal found comparable to their respective design depth.
Power Plant in Faridabad consists of two identical Overall quality of concrete in terms of compressive
carriageways. Each carriageway consists of two strength and homogeneity was evaluated using in-
simply supported spans of 22.0 m length with 3 situ NDT measurements, namely Rebound Hammer
PSC longitudinal girders. Superstructure of only (RH), Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV), Core Test and
one span of each carriageway has got constructed Carbonation measurements. Results of the RH, UPV,
whereas the construction activities in the other Core Test and Carbonation measurements taken
span have reached up to the level of abutment cap. on the longitudinal Girders, Abutments and Piers
There was a need to assess quality and load carrying revealed that the overall quality of concrete used in
capacity of the partially constructed bridge. these structural elements was satisfactory. Results
of the RH, UPV and Core Test measurements taken
on the deck slab, cross girders, and pedestals was
not satisfactory and needed suitable rehabilitation
measures.
Load Carrying Capacity of bridge was evaluated
by performing Load Test on the constructed
superstructure using improvised superimposed
live loads using the Mobile Bridge Inspection Unit
(MBIU) (Fig. 118) and the sand filled bags as per
the guidelines of IRC: SP 37 and IRC: SP 51. The
response of the bridge spans measured during the
Load Test was found satisfactory.
Fig. 116 : Determination of depth of Well Foundation by Impact Echo
test
Fig. 117 : Determination of depth of Well Foundation by Resistivity

test Fig 118 : Load Testing of Bridge using MBIU

A rehabilitation scheme for deck slab, cross
girders and pedestals was prepared wherein partial
replacement of hardened concrete surface by rich
concrete mix of M45 grade, pressure grouting with
cementitious material and guniting were suggested.
Preventive maintenance measures were suggested
for all the bearings such as cleaning, rectifying
the displaced bearings to their original place with
respect to the approved design, so as to ensure their
proper functioning.
Quality Assurance of Construction of
Infrastructures
The Planning Commission has envisaged
infrastructure development in country in a big way.
The role of Quality Assurance during construction
of Infrastructure is quite important. In this direction Fig. 120 : Constructed bridge on link road between NH-24
and NH-58
some studies have been carried out to assist the
infrastructure owners to achieve specified quality
of construction. (ii) Quality Control/ Assurance of the
Comprehensive Development of Elevated
(i) Project Monitoring and Quality Assurance Corridor (Outer Ring Road)
of Additional Two Lane Bridges over River
Public Work Department (PWD) Delhi, in the year
Hindon on NH-58 in Ghaziabad
2013 planned to execute the highly congested old ring
The new bridge on Hindon River in Ghaziabad road elevated corridor of Delhi between Vikaspuri
of Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) was to Makurba Chowk by upgrading the existing road
constructed successfully (Fig. 119 & 120) and is with additional six-lane elevated road structure.
presently under use. The technical aspects taken into considerations
were the project planned not to hinder the day to
day traffic movement and utilizing the minimum
working area along with appropriate traffic safety
measures during constructions.
Various stages of construction have been shown Fig.
121 (a), (b), (c) & (d).
(iii) Quality Assurance of Constuction of

Structure of Inner Ring Road in Agra
At the request of Agra Development Authority, the
quality assurance of an inner ring road in Agra linking
Yamuna expressway with Taj Mahal monument,
has been carried out. Total length of the stretch
of Kuberpur to Fatehabad Road is about 11.00 Km
which is being constructed on embankment. There
are one Flyover, 8 Vehicular underpass, 2 Pedestrian
underpass, 15 Box culverts, 5 Pipe culverts and one
drain being constructed in this section as shown in
Fig. 119 : Entrance to completed Hindon Bridge, Ghaziabad Fig. 122.

(a) : Elevated road on outer ring road Mangolpuri to Madhuban Chowk
(b) : Precast segments and wings
(c) : Pier before & after Launching of segments and launching & placing of wings
(d) : Portion completed with segments and wing

Fig. 121 : Various stages of construction of elevated corridors

Fig. 122 : A typical views of construction of vehicular underpass (Agra)
CRRI performed random checking of workmanship

and methods, random sampling of construction
material and their testing, verification of concrete
mixes, non-destructive testing on completed
portions of the structures and prepared reports
of material testing (Fig. 123). Suggestions to the
client/contractor to improve the quality of the
construction / setting of site laboratory etc. were
also given.
(iv) Quality Assurance of Bridges over Agra

Canal in Faridabad
As reported earlier, U.P. Irrigation awarded the
work of quality assurance of four bridges over Agra
Canal at Faridabad. The study has been completed.
Figure 124 shows the construction of bridge no. 2
completed at Faridabad.
Fig. 123 : A typical views of non-destructive testing
Fig. 124 : Construction of Bridge No. 2 Completed at Faridabad

Instrumentation
Instrumentation
Calibration of Automatic Road Unevenness DRRI Office Siemens Exchange

Recorder (ARUR) O & M of Internal Telephone lines
Automatic Road Unevenness Recorder (ARUR) units, Repair of 27 Nos. of Telephone wiring
comprising Both Car Axle Mounted Bump Integrator for Canteen, Guest House II, and Console
and Fifth Wheel Bump Integrators, received from Wiring etc.
different manufacturers and user agencies, were Public address systems
calibrated using Dipstick Class I equipment. 2. Repair & Maintenance
Roughness measurements, using Dipstick and the 82 Nos. 500 VA Offline UPS for Computer
response type roughness measuring device, were Systems NGPBS / Uniline / Samtek / Jet
undertaken on a number of selected test sections Power / APC
having varying roughness levels (Excellent to Different Capacities of 1/2/3/5 KVA Online
very poor). Roughness is developed to determine UPS
the Corrected / calibrated roughness. Calibration
Various lab and other R & D equipments
certificate is issued to those agencies.
Management of Nucleonic Devices
Repair & Maintenance Work
The Calibration of various R&D Equipments was also
1. Management of Communication facilities carried out as per the ISO requirement of different
256 line C-DOT EPABX System divisions.

Traffic & Transportation Planning
l Traffic Engineering and Road

Safety
l Environmental Science
l Transportation Planning
Traffic & Transportation Planning Traffic Engineering and Road Safety
Assessment of Psycho-Physical Traits of Evaluation of Psycho-physical traits of drivers

Drivers in Relation to Road Safety in India on road safety in India
Impact of driver education on road user
In developing countries like India, rising population
behaviour in India
together with higher levels of economic activities
and rapid growth in motor vehicle usage over the Impact of ITS based traffic law enforcement
years have all contributed to congestion, frustration on road safety and mobility in India
and fatalities on roads. The loss of lives and Evaluation of Psycho-Physical Traits of
property damage besides sorrow and sufferings Drivers
caused due to the road crashes is a major cause Identification of the crucial psychological and
of concern. Significant number of road crashes physical traits of driver in relation to road safety
takes place due to human error, negligence of road was focussed upon in this part of the research.
users and disobedience to rules of the road. The As vision and risk taking behaviour (sensation
mixed traffic flow has also contributes negatively seeking) are among the fundamental components
to the safe traffic operations. In addition to this the of safe driving, the study concentrated on various
psychological build up and behaviour of drivers has visual parameters and sensation seeking behaviour
been the cause of many road crashes in India. There of drivers and investigated their influence on safe
is a serious need to educate the drivers about safety driving. The sensation seeking behaviour of drivers
skills before issuing them driving licenses and was assessed using a modified version of the
letting them use the roads. Precisely the importance Zukermans Sensation seeking scale (ZSSS) form V
of driver education must be focused upon. questionnaire, which included sub scales such as
Another key issue to be stressed upon is the boredom susceptibility, disinhibition, experience
challenge to keep the traffic moving with adequate seeking, and thrill and adventure seeking scales.
safety in India. This challenge which is faced at Visual tests were conducted using Keystone vision
all levels of traffic management requires a new testing instrument on 277 drivers of different classes
way of looking at the problems. Introduction of and different age groups from KSRTC, BMTC, VRL,
Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) is one IISc, and also some of the learner license aspirers
such approach for better traffic management and at Regional Transport Office, Yeshwanthpura,
to reduce congestion and road crashes. ITS is the Bangalore. Personal details along with crash histories
application of information technology (IT) tools of each of the subjects were collected either from
such as computers, sensors and other electronic self reports or from the database of their respective
equipments into the traffic system that are designed organisations. The vision parameters tested included
to improve the performance of existing transport visual acuity, night vision, colour vision, phoria,
system particularly in the efficiency, comfort and depth perception, contrast sensitivity, glare recovery
safety aspects. It is envisioned that the linking of and peripheral vision (vertical and horizontal). A
information technology to transportation system comparative study of these parameters in relation
would save time, lives and also the environment in to crash propensity was conducted using statistical
addition to the monetary benefits. On the contrary, methods. Generalised linear model with a log link
there is still requirement of adequate number of Poisson error was developed to understand the
detailed researches for efficient implementation of significance of each of the tested parameters and
ITS for traffic law enforcement in India and thereby also its influence on accident occurrence.
substantiate its use.
The outcome of this study shows that risk of crash
With this background, the present study jointly involvement is more in drivers having acute levels
pursued by CSIR-CRRI and Indian Institute of of Sensation Seeking. Persons with high levels of
Science, Bangalore, under CSIR- Grant in Aid sensation seeking are found to urge for high degree of
Project, was proposed to address the following three stimulations to reach their optimal level of arousal.
significant issues revolving around road safety and This need triggers the risky driving behaviors such
mobility in India: as over speeding, racing, violating traffic rules

Traffic Engineering and Road Safety Traffic & Transportation Planning
etc. The ratio analyses as well as the GLM results Many countries worldwide follow systematic
obtained from this study are more or less similar in procedures to evaluate the above mentioned
relation to accident propensity. The extreme levels parameters in drivers before the issuance of driver
of sensation seeking in drivers such as boredom license. These parameters are required to be tested
susceptibility and disinhibition, higher levels of in India also, at the initial level of screening during
experience seeking and very low levels of thrill and driver licensing. A systematic testing procedure and
adventure seeking were found to be hazardous to the feasibility of testing all the above mentioned
road safety. parameters in India require some more amount
Also, with certain modifications in the Zukerman detailed research. Based on the level of importance
Sensation Seeking Scale (ZSSS), it was found that of these parameters and detailed scientific judgment,
it could efficiently be used in driver behavioral the regional transport offices need to decide upon
studies for Indian conditions. the parameters of extreme importance that require
tests before driver licensing.
The study also highlighted the significance of visual
parameters for safe driving. The vision test results Effect of Bypass Road on Traffic and Habitants
show that accident tendencies are high in drivers along Highways
with unacceptable standards of mainly night vision, The major objectives of this study are :
visual acuity, colour vision, depth perception, glare
To identify the performance parameters of
recovery and peripheral vision.
growth of urban sprawl along the National
Based on the results obtained from the study, the Highway (NH-58) passing through Khatauli
following recommendations are proposed: To understand the traffic characteristics and
From the present study, the influence of accessibility parameters of the study area
some of the psychological and vision related To understand the changes occurred along
defects on accident risks were recognized. It the highway since the opening of the bypass
was concluded that these parameters play a based on the temporal data
crucial role in road safety. The most important
psycho-physical parameters identified from Study Methodology
the present research and literature review are An attempt was made in this study to elucidate
listed below: the parameters responsible for the organic growth/
Physical Parameters Psychological Parameters
Visual acuity Emotional Stability (Anger, Anxiety, Happiness etc)
Peripheral Vision Aggression
Depth Perception Fatigue
Vision Glare Recovery Risk Seeking Behavior (Sensation Seeking)

Colour Vision
Contrast Sensitivity
Phoria
Confidence
Hearing
Hand Grip
Reaction Time

sprawl along the highway which had taken place on the bypass road due to its initial period of
over a period of time. An attempt was also made opening was high which may be attributed to
to understand the effect of existence such bypasses the high speed traffic in the first 6 months and
on the highway traffic and presence of habitants thereafter it reduced.
along the National Highways. Moreover, an attempt When bypass connections offer direct access,
was made to compare some of the quantitative/ it is strengthened by the combination of
objective parameters like incidence of road improved accessibility and improved local
crashes, traffic levels, economic development, traffic conditions. Travel time has reduced
with that of the qualitative / subjective parameters from 12 to 13 minutes to 6 to 7 minutes after
through the conduct of questionnaire survey in the construction of bypass road.
which respondents were posed questions on the
Greater accessibility to the region from nearby
effectiveness of the bypass.
job centers also supports growth. Since
The bypass road significantly affected the town in all traffic has distributed in 71 percent and 29
areas examined: the number and severity of crashes, percent on bypass and through road after
vehicle distribution within the town boundaries, the construction of bypass road, delay and
land prices in different neighbourhoods within the congestion has drastically reduced. Now, after
town, spatial distribution of business activities and construction of bypass road, the travel time on
land uses (including agriculture). Different sub- through road and bypass road is almost same.
areas within the town were affected by the bypass Average travel time on bypass road was 6.9
road differently and in some cases in contradictory min by covering 9.2 km with average speed
directions (e.g. road crashes and land prices). This of 80kmph; similarly, average travel time on
implies that the effects of the bypass road need to be highway passing through Khatauli was 6.84
taken into consideration, in addition to efficiency min by covering 6.5 km with an average speed
considerations. A notable finding is the adverse of 57 kmph.
effect upon the town from the bypass construction However, when bypass connections are to
on the development of local businesses and on the the towns periphery, the new accessibility
commercial activities alongside the previous traffic thus provided can help spawn new
artery. However, traffic crashes within the town commercial centers there that may compete
reduced following the construction of the roads, with downtown merchants and reduce
possibly due to the reduction in traffic since 71 their market share - a fact that was not fully
percent of the total traffic had diverted towards appreciated in advance by local officials and
bypass road. Various habitants and shopkeepers merchants. Business at Highway passing
perception were included through personal through Khatauli town has reduced and many
interviews to examine the economic and travel Hotels (Cheetal), restaurants, petrol pumps,
impacts after bypass construction and also utilized educational institutions, factories and other
observable non crash traffic events to suggest businesses have shifted to bypass road which
preventive measures to reduce crashes on bypass were depending on commuters shifted on
road. The following major inferences were drawn bypass road.
from the study:
Khatauli bypass serves as the lifeline to the
The road owning authorities often opt for hilly area of Uttaranchal. A road crash trends
bypasses when heavy traffic makes them places on the stretch shows a significant impact of
to avoid or places that are unsafe. Bypasses do traffic on bypass road. The total number of fatal
seem to reduce through traffic which would crashes as well as related fatality on bypass is
help in making the places more attractive quite high. The following conclusions have
to investors and customers. However, in the been drawn from crash analysis:
case of candidate bypass stretch considered A crash trends on the stretch shows a
in this study, it is noted that the road safety significant impact of traffic on bypass

road. As per FIRs, crash severity is 43 Traffic composition shows that car has the
persons killed per 100 crashes whereas major share in total traffic counts (60 percent)
as per toll plaza data, 8 persons killed per and it also has the major involvement in
100 crashes. It may be for the reason that crashes i.e. 52 percent. However, in case of
most of the fatal crashes victim contacts to bicyclist and pedestrians; it can be observed
police station compared to other crashes that its share in total traffic volume count is
as this also a requirement of insurance not even 1 percent but they are involved in
related process. Crash rate is as high as 95 4 percent crashes. This is a major concern
crashes per month on bypass road and rate pedestrian and bicyclists are not actual
of animal killed is 23 animals killed per users of the highway but must be crossing
month though fatalities have reduced after the highway and therefore demand a safe
6 months of construction of bypass road. infrastructure provision for road crossings.
Crash severity index showing decreasing Amongst the various types of crashes, rear
trend depicts that despite considerable end collision was found to be the highest
amount of increase in vehicles in one constituting 34.8 percent of all the total
year, fatality rate has decreased with time. reported crashes followed by side wipe
This may be due to the help provided by constituting 10.0 percent, overturning
ambulance/crane/police van to the victims. constituting 9.6 percent, skidding 6.1
It was observed that among all categories percent and head on collision 5.6 percent.
of vehicles, car/jeep (36.9 percent) and This could be due to higher speed of vehicles
trucks (12.6 percent) comprised the highest and higher volume of traffic on bypass and
number of involvement in crashes. They when the vehicles try to overtake the other
share the maximum percentage of traffic vehicles; they cause side wipe or rear end
though it was observed that pedestrians/ collision. Head on collision may be when
cyclists are most vulnerable. It was slow moving vehicles or pedestrians cross
observed through interviews with different the bypass road.
stakeholders residents, business owners, This suggests that there is an urgent need for the
and government officials as they cross the conduct of an exhaustive Road Safety Audit to
bypass road for agriculture purpose, for investigate the possible causes to reduce road crashes
market or the bus stop. There is no provision in order to find appropriate remedial measures:
for them to cross the bypass road.
Outcomes
There was a substantial increase in rate of
crashes from 6385 to 18133 per 10000 km Identification of the performance parameters
of road length in one year whereas crash of growth and extent of ribbon sprawl along
fatality rate showing no clear trend. It may the National Highway
be noted here that although the number Understanding of Traffic Characteristics and
of crash deaths on this stretch reduced accessibility Parameters of the study area
significantly with the ambulance facility,
Identification of change in Highway traffic and
number of overall crashes increases with
habitants along Highway due to bypass road
vehicle population in the same period.
in terms of speed, time, delay and safety.
Major share of causes of crashes are faults
of driver/other driver/cyclist/pedestrians/ Analysis of Driver Behaviour and Crash
passengers which constituted 40.7 percent Characteristics during Adverse Weather
followed by over-speeding constituted Conditions
22.3 percent and vehicle out of control As reported earlier, the objectives of this study are :
constituted 6.2 percent of all causes of
crashes. To capture drivers visual and measurable

fatigue during fog driving under simulated time under rainy and foggy conditions.
environment and realistic setting. b) In the second part, characteristics of the
To investigate and analyze drivers choice of drivers and road environment were measured
headway and speed in fog under simulated with the help of the V-Box in which three
environment and realistic setting. cameras were fitted in the vehicle.
To investigate if the choice of speed and Conclusion and Recommendations
headway are affected by the vehicle they drive
The findings of the present study reported the
or follow (under simulated environment and
impact of adverse weather on human psychomotor
realistic setting).
capacities and behaviour and related speed profile.
The characteristics of the drivers were measured with Further,visual traits and psychomotor behaviour
the help of the Video Velocity Box (popularly termed along with their choice of speed, reaction time and
as V-Box). This instrumentation setup consists of lane driving behaviour during adverse weather
three cameras to measure reaction time exhibited conditions under simulated and realistic field
by the drivers for the various stimuli and their conditions capabilities of the commercial drivers
behavioural movements coupled with the capturing were evaluated. The study yielded the following
of the road assets during the acquisition. One camera major findings from the results of the Driver
was deployed to monitor eye movements and other Diagnostics test as well as from the V-Box Test:
facial movements which accommodated drivers of
Visual Acuity Test (Both Eyes): 27 percent
varying heights and seating positions in its field-of-
drivers needed retesting and 11 percent have
view. The positioning was done such that the view
performed poor
of the subjects i.e. drivers was focused allowing
eye movements during the data collection period. Visual Acuity Test (Right Eye): 29 percent
The second camera was located on the centre -view drivers needed retesting and 16 percent
mirror and it served to collect relevant data from performed poor.
the road (e.g. traffic density, signs and markers, and Visual Acuity Test (Left Eye): 21 percent drivers
headway distance). Third camera was providing a needed retesting and 12 percent performed
view of drivers foot movements which was stored poor.
automatically for measuring the reaction time of the
driver during different traffic conditions Glare Test: 28 percent performed satisfactory,
5 percent below average and 3 percent poor.
The above survey was conducted for 21 days which
comprised of surveys on clear sunny days coupled Night Vision Test: 22 percent performed
with during heavy rainy days on eight days and satisfactory, 4 percent below average, 2 percent
rest of the days it was mainly clear sky with spell poor.
of cloudy weather. Twenty one Heavy Commercial During Up and Down runs, the average speed
Vehicle (HCV) drivers possessing 2 to 15 years on 4, 6 and 8 lanes divided carriageways was
of driving experience falling under the similar observed to be 34.1, 47.72 and 63.25 Kmph
economic strata were randomly selected for the respectively on the UP Direction of travel (i.e.
study. CRRI - IDTR Loni Direction) and 39.14, 54.61
The study was conducted in two parts: and 62.42 Kmph in the Down direction (i.e.
IDTR Loni CRRI Direction) of travel which
a) The first part of the study focused on the
can be attributed to rain.
assessment of psycho-physical traits of the
drivers assessed with respect to age and The average reaction time on 4, 6 and 8 lane
driving experience within the laboratory divided carriageways was observed as 3.4, 3.2
coupled with the use of Driving Simulator and 2.9 seconds respectively. This indicates
to analyze the driver behaviour i.e. crash that as speed increases, the reaction time
characteristics, risk taking practices, reaction decreases.

Based on these findings itis recommended that In this regard, the revenue resources derived from
frequency and severity of road crash like situations the hoardings (through the unipoles and other
and other related incidents can be reduced by associated measures) would be dependent on the
providing drivers with enough information about number of hoardings and their location as these two
the roadway and traffic conditions as well as parameters primarily dictate the quantum of revenue
through better traffic management during adverse earned through for each hoarding. During the course
weather conditions. of their approval for erection at various places
on the city road network, it is essential to accord
Limitation and Future Perspective of the
proper weightage in terms of their implications on
Study
road safety so as to not to cause distraction to the
Due to paucity of time and with small sample size, road traffic. Further, aesthetics and environment of
sensitivity analysis could not be possible. As a future the city needs to be protected against disfigurement
perspective of this study, the sensitivity analysis and visual intrusion while erecting the hoardings.
may be included by considering different locations On the other hand, the permitted hoardings should
with large sample population among different driver blend with the surrounding environs and enhance
categories e.g. private drivers, commercial drivers of the ambience through their proper placement
medium motor vehicle and multi-axle truck drivers without any compromise on the road safety resulting
and truck drivers.Similar data can be collected in distraction to the motorists as well as other road
continuously for five years which can help in the users. In this study, striking the balance between
establishing the temporal trends. the placement of advertisements hoardings and the
roads safety coupled with the aesthetics has been
made. The advertisement hoardings at the existing
Consultancy Assignments and proposed locations for erection by MCG are
shown in the Gurgaon city map (Fig. 125).
Identification of Sites for the Display of 125 It can be inferred from the above figure that majority
Unipole Advertisement Hoardings in Gurgaon of the existing as well as proposed adverstisement
Town hoardings on the unipoles are located along
the arterial roads which are serving the various
Municipal Corporation Gurgaon (MCG) was
residential and commercial sector roads of the city
constituted on 2nd June 2008 and it is the second
and also on the National Highway-8 (i.e. Delhi -
largest urban agglomeration of Haryana as well as in
Jaipur Highway). Based on the reconnaissance
the National Capital Region (NCR). Gurgaon shares
its boundaries with Delhi and Faridabad. With a
population of 8,76,824 and an effective literacy rate
of 86.30 percent, Gurgaon is also otherwise known
as the Millennium City.
Taking on board the above rapid developments
in the city during the last couple of years, MCG
has taken various initiatives towards the constant
upgrading of the civic amenities, road infrastructure
in the city for the benefit of the citizens. As the
city is growing rapidly due to the above intense
development coupled with the growing needs of the
migrating population in the city, the MCG has been
exploring various source of revenue in the form of
house tax, Value Added Tax (VAT), revenue from
the hoardings for the above envisaged upgrading of Fig. 125 : Map of the Gurgaon city showing the existing and
.the city infrastructure. proposed advertisement locations

visit carried by the CSIR - CRRI study team, the in conformity with the Indian Roads Congress
feasibity of the locations have been studied in terms (IRC) document titled, A Policy on Roadside
of analysing whether the existing and proposed Advertisements IRC: 46 (1992).
uni-pole locations are conforming to the Indian
Wherever there is any deviation from IRC: 46
Roads Congress (IRC) document titled, A Policy on
(1992) in the placement of unipoles both in
Roadside Advertisements IRC:46 (1992). Basically,
terms of road safety and aesthetics, to evolve
this study highlights whether the existing and
the appropriate suggestions / solutions for
proposed unipole advertisement locations are in
their relocation.
any way acting as distraction to the motorists / other
road users from the road safety as well as from the Scope of the Study
aesthetics viewpoints. If there is any deviation on The scope of the study covers the Gurgaon Municipal
the above two fronts, the appropriate suggestions Corporation area spread over 207 Sq.kms addressing
for their relocation are suggested in the subsequent the following:
appropriate sections of the report.
To conduct the reconnaissance study of the
Objectives 125 locations falling under four municipal
Following study objectives have been as given corporation zones, where the unipole
relating to the assessment of the placement of advertisement hoarding are already in place
Unipole hoardings in the MCG area or being proposed for erection.
To conduct the Road Safety Audit of the existing
Methodology
and the proposed unipole advertisement
locations by evaluating whether the locations To carry out the safety audit of the existing as well as
of the unipoloes are in any way acting as the proposed unipoles in terms of their conformity
distraction to the motorists / other road to IRC: 46 (1992) stipulations, the following
users compromising road safety as well as methodology has been formulated and the sequence
aesthetics. To conduct the above evaluation of steps followed are shown in Fig. 126.
Fig. 126 : A schematic flow chart of methodology of RSA

The recommendations evolved for the identified Wall warp advertisement on ABW building
safety deficiencies also includes the shifting of permitted since it is away from the main
the existing unipoles poles to the safer locations carriageway of NH-8 as well as well above
wherever there is a need to do so coupled with driver vision
rejection of some of the proposed locations from the
safety viewpoint. The detailed assessment report is
presented.
Summary Findings
Based on the advertisement policy review, the
methodology was formulated to carry out the safety
audit of the existing as well as proposed unipoles
and their conformity to IRC: 46-1992. Accordingly,
the poles requiring either relocation or removal have
been suggested so as to enhance the safety of types
of road users as well as to enhance the aesthetics Fig. 128 : A view of Wall Warp Advertisement
and ambience. Some of the typical findings are as
given below: LED advertisement display over a commercial
building permitted since it is located about 100
Shift the placement of existing Unipole nos.
m away from the highway i.e. NH-8 as well as
14 & 16 by at least 10 meters and maximum
well above the driver vision (Fig. 129).
of 50 meters from edge of Main carriageway,
preferably on edge of green belt area and
maintain minimum of 100 meters distance
between for each unipole. Unipole erection
shall be facing only at the nearer side direction
traffic and also not two sided; Unipole should
be at 10 meters away from the existing
signs laterally if not possible, 100 meters
longitudinal distance shall be maintained
[Fig. 127 (a) & (b)].
Wall wrap advertisement as shown Fig. 128,
can be permitted because, it is located about
100 m away from adjoining highway i.e. NH-8 Fig. 129 : A view of LED Advertisement
Fig. 127(a & b) : A view of existing unipole

Unipole placement near to the Fuel Stations/ iv) Wherever the clear zone area is not available,
Petrol pumps shall be permitted following minimum set back distance of 50 meters shall
the guidelines stated in the first report be maintained and the unipole shall be placed
(Identification of Sites for the Display of at the distance minimum of 10 mtrs from the
Advertisement Hoardings in Gurgaon Town) carriageway and a maximum of 50 meters is
submitted in the month of September, 2014 recommended.
(i.e 10 meters away from the edge of main v) At the mid block sections, the minimum gap
carriageway (Fig. 130). of 100 mtrs between two successive unipoles
shall be maintained.
vi) Since most of the major arterial roads in the
city are having green belt area, it is universally
suggested that efforts shall be made by MCG
to relocate the existing poles as well as the
proposed erections at the extreme edge of the
green belt area which would indirectly help
in maintaining the above envisaged minimum
distance criteria.
vii) While relocation / removal of the unipole
structure has been suggested, it is essential to
take proper care for the complete removal of
Fig. 130 : A view of Unipole Placement
the foundation structure and also remove the
dangling electric wires, if any at the previous
The recommendations evolved from this study are: location.
i) At the intersections, the number of unipoles viii) Unipoles are strictly prohibited from erection
shall be restricted to a maximum of two at the curved portion of any road section.
numbers with the minimum clear zone
ix) Further, it was noticed that series of
distance of 50 meters between the two poles.
hoardings erected on piers / pillars of Metro
It is to be noted that the clustering of unipoles
are serious distractions to the motorists/
at such locations would not only disturb the
other road users because such closely spaced
ambience but also distract the attention of
hoardings compromising aesthetics and that
the road users which in turn could jeopardize
too containing the same matter (not at all
road safety. Further all the unauthorized
conforming to IRC on both the fronts) invite
boards erected by unknown agencies shall be
increased attention of the road users as
removed immediately.
compared to the unipole hoardings erected on
ii) On the major arterials of the city as well as the roadside by MCG. This type of appearance
NH-8 and Gurgaon - Faridabad road, the of repeated matter in the hoardings increases
unipole display shall be facing only the the curiosity of the motorists for reading the
nearer side direction traffic and not two sided left over information if any by them in the
/ double faced. successive hoardings endangering road safety.
iii) The unipole hoardings shall be kept at least Therefore, such type of hoardings which are
100 mtrs away from the school zones on both erected just within 5 to 7 m lateral distance
directions of travel so as not to catch the kids from the road carriageway needs immediate
gaping while crossing the road. Similar analogy removal.
is applicable for the other establishments like x) Advertisements on the Foot Over Bridges
hospitals, memorials of national importance, (FOBs) are appropriately suggested without
places of worship, etc., compromising the safety of the road users

as well as the users of the FOBs. It is felt Maharashtra Public Works Department, Panvel
Advertisements can be placed on one side of Region, with the following objectives and scope of
the carriageway (in the directional of travel) the study
keeping minimum 0.5metres above the deck l To assess the traffic and travel characteristics
of FOB, with the reduced area in size and through the conduct of relevant traffic studies
without crossing the centerline of road. on the study corridor which include mid block
xi) The Wall wrap advertisements are permitted volume count, Speed and Delay surveys, Spot
where placement of wall wrap is well above Speed studies and Origin - Destination (O-D)
vision of the drivers and as such this type of at toll plaza on the study corridor.
advertisements are widely practiced in most l Projection of traffic for the horizon time period
of the developed economies too. of 20 years.
xii) LED advertisement display at commercial l To evolve the technically feasible alternatives
building is permitted since location of the aimed at effecting capacity augmentation of
advertisement is far away from the vision of the study section considering the projected
the drivers. horizon year traffic.
xiii) The location of the Unipoles near to the Fuel l Economic Viability analysis of the feasible
stations shall be followed adhering to the alternative(s) using the HDM-IV software by
guidelines mentioned in Section 3 of the first comparing with Business As Usual (BAU)
report submitted by CSIR - CRRI in September, scenario.
2014. Unipoles at the petrol pump area shall
align with the existing Unipoles on either l Conduct of the Sensitivity Analysis for the
side entry/exit of fuel stations coupled with accounting for increase / in traffic from
adhering to the minimum distance criteria set the projected levels and increase in overall
forth for Unipole erection as 100 meters. construction due to inflation.
xiv) At the mid block sections, the minimum gap of Scope

100 meters between two successive Unipoles l Conduct of Classified 24 hour classified Traffic
shall be maintained. Further locations of this volume counts at toll plaza location.
Unipoles should in no way obstruct the road
l Conducting Speed and Delay Surveys on the
signs already in place or proposed to be placed
by MCG at a later date. study corridor covering minimum of six to
eight runs spread over different time periods
It is recommended to have a periodical monitor of the day.
and review at a gap say, every three years on the
l Conduct of Origin-Destination (O - D)Survey
existing/ proposed unipoles in place so as to address
the safety concerns of all types of road users. This at toll plaza location for 24 hours.
review exercise shall be with the specific emphasis l Projection of traffic on study corridor for the
on the road sections with and without unipoles analysis period of 20 years.
and shall evaluate the number and severity of the
l Collection of the estimated construction
road crashes based on the critical assessment of FIR
cost of the elevated road and maintenance
records. Unfortunately, such types of studies have
standards and their costs from Maharashtra
not been undertaken in the country so far and it is
Public Works Region for deployment during
high time such an endeavour shall be undertaken
the conduct of the economic analysis.
immediately.
In order to accomplish the study objectives in a
Assessment of the Need for Capacity Augmentation scientific manner, a detailed methodology was
of Mumbra Bypass in Thane District drawn up. The characteristics of the study corridor
This study was referred to the Institute by are pictorially shown in Fig. 131.

issues that most metropolises are facing in spite

of measures being taken to mitigate and reduce it.
During the last decade, various measures are being
undertaken to alleviate the traffic congestion as it has
emerged as one of the main challenge for engineers,
planners and policy makers in the metropolitan
cities like Delhi. To address the above, the road
owning agencies are resorting to the construction
of flyovers and even the urban expressway for
achieving increased mobility. In this regard, Delhi-
Noida-Direct (DND) Flyway is an eight-lane access
controlled tolled expressway constructed way back
in 2001 which connects Delhi to Noida.DND Flyway
is an urban expressway maintained and operated
by Noida Toll Bridge Company Ltd. (NTBCL), Due
to the non availability of U-turn at Maharanibagh,
traffic emerging from Kilokri and Ashram area and
Fig. 131 : Study Corridor of Mumbra bypass
bound towards the Maharanibagh / New Friends
Colony have to take the detour route at present in
The above identified traffic surveys were conducted
the form of travel on the Inner Ring Road (IRR) up
on the project corridor. Base year traffic estimates
to the U-Turn provision available below the single
were derived based on the traffic studies conducted
direction Flyover at Sarai Kale Khan. To address the
on the project corridor and thereafter traffic forecasts
above detoured route for U -Turns, the possibility of
were arrived for the horizon year by using two
providing a facility for the U - Turning traffic on the
techniques namely, Growth Factor and Econometric
DND approach (leading to Noida)which is at a much
Analysis. It was found from this analysis that
shorter distance is being contemplated by Public
the deployment of Growth factor method is more
Works Department (PWD). In this regard, Noida Toll
effective as compared to econometric modeling
Bridge Company Limited has approached CSIR -
technique with the underlying assumption that the
CRRI to conduct a feasibility study on the provision
historic growth rate trends exhibiting stable trends.
of U-Turn facility. Therefore, the NTBCL requested
An insight provided on one of the important CSIR - CRRI to make an independent assessment on
components in this study related to the development the feasibility of providing U-turn at this location.
of technically feasible engineering alternatives
The objectives conceived in this study are :
and performing the detailed economic analysis by
l Study the proposed U-turn on the DND Flyway
comparing the various alternatives with the Business-
As-Usual (BAU) scenario using HDM-IV (Version near the Delhi Border contemplated by PWD
2.0) software. Finally, inferences were drawn out of Delhi.
the traffic analysis and economic feasibility studies l To assess the present circulation pattern /
coupled with the results of the sensitivity analysis traffic flow at the entry and exit of the DND
aimed at evolving specific recommendations Flyway on the Maharanibagh side.
towards the capacity augmentation of the study l Study the merging and diverging mechanism
corridor. which would be in vogue once the proposed
Kalindi Kunj bypass road with DND Flyway is
Feasibility Study on the U-Turn Provision
operational
through Modifications on Delhi - Noida -
l Enumeration of the U-turning and straight
Direct (DND) Flyway at the Delhi Border traffic volume presently occurring under
Merging with Inner Ring Road the Sarai Kale Khan flyover towards Ashram
Traffic congestion has been one of the major Chowk.

l To assess the quantum of traffic presently Traffic surveys were conducted on the study area
emerging from the Barapulla elevated road and the results of the speed and delay survey for
and its contribution to the U-Turning traffic. various rums on the study section are shown in Fig.
l Study the speed characteristics of the traffic at 133.
appropriate locations and Conclusion
l To assess the feasibility of providing U-Turn l Based on the above exhaustive technical
through modification on the DND flyway at feasibility study it was concluded that the
the Delhi Border merging with IRR. Inner Ring Road and the DND Flyway at the
The location of the study area is shown in Fig. 132. Delhi Border are running above capacity level
and the journey speed and the delays coupled
with the volume capacity ratios results are
showing the provision of at grade U-turn at
this aggravate the traffic congestion resulting
in choker blocker situation for the entering
and exiting traffic on the DND Flyway and
IRR.
l Considering the above results emanated out
of this study, it is advisable not to provide
U-turn facility at DND Flyway entry point
at the Delhi Border. Moreover, the expected
increase in traffic congestion does not justify
the provision of a U-Turn facility at the DND
Flyway exit point considering the fact that
the commuters using the DND Flyway are
paying toll with the fond hope that the traffic
Fig. 132 : Location of the study area congestion will be minimal.
Fig. 133 : Results of speed and delay survey on study section

Traffic & Transportation Planning Environmental Science
Assessment of Atmospheric Pollutants and Saragarhi Memorial Gurudwara - Dharam Singh

Exposure to the Golden Temple, Amritsar Market area was 46,912 PCUs (37,646 vehicles). The
maximum peak hour flow of 6,466 PCU/hr (5582
The Golden Temple in Amritsar is one of the most Vehicles/hr) during 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM was
famous religious places of Sikh faith in India. It observed at Dharam Singh Market area - Jallianwala
was thought prudent to carry out a study to know Bagh area and the maximum peak hour flow of
the status of air pollution to which it is exposed 5,002 PCU/hr (3,983 Vehicles/hr) during 11:00 AM
to. The pollutants exposure has been reported to to 12:00 PM was observed at Saragarhi Memorial
have adverse effect on buildings/materials resulting Gurudwara - Dharam Singh Market area. The slow
in aesthetic and economic losses. Degradation moving vehicles (SMV) were observed to be about
processes of building materials are mainly affected 45 percent of total traffic (Fig. 134).
by the climatic situation and the deposition of
reactive atmospheric substances
onto their surface. An increase in
the concentration of atmospheric
pollutants can harm building
materials, if the pollutants
depose on the material surfaces.
Cosidering this, CSIR-CRRI had
taken up in-house R&D study to
assess the status of air pollution
in the Golden Temple premises
with the following objectives:
Measurement of air
pollution at an identified
location within the Golden
Temple premises to assess
the status of air quality to
which the Golden Temple
is currently exposed to
and
Evaluation of influence of
traffic emissions and other
anthropogenic emission Fig. 134 : Mix of vehicle movement with cycle rickshaws and pedestrian movements near
sources, if any Golden Temple area
The city of Amritsar lies at 31-07 and 32- 03 North Air Pollution Studies
latitude and 74-29 and 75-23 east longitude on
The air quality measurements were carried out
the Grand Trunk Road, 480 km from New Delhi. It
within the Golden Temple premises The air quality
lies in a depression in the middle of the Bari Doab,
measurements were carried out continuously for
occupying 142.37 sq. kms. with a population of
7-days from 21 to 27 February 2012 at one location
11,32,761 persons (Census 2011).
within the premises of the Golden Temple premises,
Traffic field studies were carried out along the road a heritage place in Amritsar, Punjab to assess the
network leading to and around the Golden Temple. status of existing air quality with the help of mobile
It was observed that traffic volume between Dharam air pollution monitoring laboratory (Fig 135). The
Singh Market area - Jallianwala Bagh area was state-of-the-art automatic continuous pollutant-
50,315 PCUs (47,069 vehicles) for 11-hour period specific analyzers for CO, SO2, NO2, O3, methane,

Environmental Science Traffic & Transportation Planning
non-methane and total hydrocarbons,
VOC and particulate matter (PM2.5)
were used for the measurement
(~3m height) and collection of the
data. The prevailing meteorological
conditions during the course of the
study could be summed up as typical
calm winter weather conditions. The
observed pollutant concentrations
were assumed indicative of the level
of exposure the religious heritage
place receives on a regular basis,
more so during the calm conditions
of the winter months. The smoke
from fuel wood burning could be
one of the emission sources of the Fig. 136 : Fuel wood burning in the community kitchen within the Golden Temple premises
pollutants (Fig. 136).
CO exhibited higher concentrations during the
The temporal distribution patterns of pollutants forenoon period. The sources could be fuel wood
indicate possibility of similar emitting sources burning, diesel generator emissions and vehicle
as higher concentrations follow more or less emissions. The summary data is shared for a few of
similar pattern. For example SO2, NO2, PM2.5 and the pollutants (Fig. 137).
Fig. 135 : Air pollution measurement location within the premises

SO2 NO2
CO THC
Fig. 137 : Diurnal distribution pattern of pollutant concentrations within the Golden Temple premises, Amritsar
Study of Benzene and VOCs in Different ethylbenzene and xylenes, BTEX), xylenes are
Corridors of Delhi considered as the more reactive species with respect
to ethylbenzene, whereas benzene has a lower
Delhis traffic produces a lot of poisonous gasses reactivity and more stable in the atmosphere, due to
that we have to breathe every day. Reports suggest its relatively longer lifetime. Xylenes [(m,p)-xylene
pollution is the biggest cause of early deaths in India; plus o-xylene] are the most dominant contributor
claiming around 1.6 million lives annually. Due to to ozone formation among BTEX. Based on the MIR
the oil shortage and the resulting high price of oil, scale, xylenes are the most dominant contributor
light-duty diesel vehicles (LDDVs) have become to ozone formation among BTEX. Toluene is the
popular based on their lower fuel consumption and second largest contributor to ozone formation.
durability. Despite advances in emission control Ozone formation potential of benzene is minimal
technologies for diesel and gasoline engines, though it is the most hazardous (cancer causing)
vehicle pollution is still an important issue. Volatile species among BTEX.
Organic Compounds (VOCs) are organic species
with very high vapour pressure in the earths In the present study for the characterization of VOCs
atmosphere. For maintaining healthy air quality, in ambient air of Delhi, passive based (activated
knowledge of ambient levels of VOCs is necessary charcoal) sampling methodology has been used for
but unfortunately the information on VOCs level the collection of VOCs and the analysis was carried
for most of the Indian cities is lacking. Among the out using GC-FID instrument. Four categories of
aromatic volatile hydrocarbons (benzene, toluene, sampling sites were chosen (residential, traffic

junctions, road side corridors and petrol pumps). found in aged air via a long range transport. B/T
The sampling was done for one week duration time ratio can be thus used as a tracer to predict long
for the month of Oct 2013, Nov 2013, Jan 2014, Feb range transport. However, if sources of benzene or
2014, March and May 2014. Figure 138 shows the toluene other than vehicular exhaust are present
typical seasonal variation of BTEX at CRRI gate. The B/T ratio cannot be considered as a tracer.
concentration of benzene was lowest in summer Figure 139 shows the seasonal variation of
(0.25 g/m3) and maximum in winter (0.66 g/m3). BTEX at Ashram Intersection, which shows
Xylene concentration was 1.60 g/m3 in spring and the predominance of Xylene at almost all the
0.05 g/m3 in summer season. Toluene was found locations. Vehicular exhaust is invariably the major
in the range of 0.70 g/m3 (winter) to 0.20 g/m3 contributor (more than 50 percent) to non methane
(spring). The figure shows that the concentrations hydrocarbons (NMHC) in urban areas. Diesel
of BTEX are lower in summer and highest in winter internal combustion engine emissions, evaporative
and spring season. This may be due to metrological emissions of petrol, natural gas combustion and
factors. During summer, the dispersion is fast due vehicular exhaust are the major contributors to the
to high turbulence and temperature, while during ambient levels of VOCs. According to Anjali et al
winter, due to stable condition and inversion, (2004) study, the influential species in case of diesel
dispersion is less and accumulation of pollutants engine exhaust are benzene, ethylbenzene, xylenes,
occurs. BTEX concentration shows seasonal propane, n-decane and undecane and in case of
variation. gasoline vehicle exhaust influential species are
benzene, ethylbenzene, 1,2,4-methylbenzene, 1,3,5-
methylbenzene, n-hexane and 2-methylhexane. So
Xylene is mainly from diesel exhaust since gasoline
vehicle exhaust does not show this species. Source
apportionment study using chemical mass balance
(CMB) model indicate that emissions from diesel
internal combustion engines dominate in Delhi. The
data shows predominance of diesel driven vehicles
in Delhi. Figure 140 shows the concentration profile
of diesel and petrol pump where it could be seen
that the xylene is dominant in diesel pump which
also proves and confirms the dominance of diesel
driven vehicles in Delhi.
Fig. 138 : Seasonal variation of BTEX at CRRI gate
Atmospheric behaviour of VOCs is governed to

a large extent by their life time. In the process of
long range transport, the primary pollutants such
as VOCs and NOx will react with atmospheric to
produce secondary pollutants such as ozone and
PAH (polyaromatic hydrocarbons) etc with different
reaction rates. Highly reactive species will react
near the vicinity of the sources, while slow reacting
species may be transported to large distances.
Toluene has much shorter life time than benzene.
So higher Benzene to Toluene (B/T) ratio will be Fig. 139 : Seasonal variation of BTEX at Ashram Intersection

Portland cement concrete is the worlds most widely

used manufactured material, but is also one of the
most complexes. After more than a century of study,
basic questions remain unanswered regarding
its internal structure over the nanometer to
macroscopic scale range and its effects on concrete
behaviour. Most of these questions pertain to the
primary hydration product and binding phase of
Portland cement paste, the calcium silicate hydrate
(CSH) gel. The complex behaviour of concrete is
largely related to the viscoelastic response of CSH
gel to mechanical loading (creep) and to relative
Fig. 140 : Concentration profile of BTEX at Petrol Pump and humidity changes (drying shrinkage) both critically
Diesel Pump
affecting concrete performance and the subject of
Therefore, it is a matter of concern that government increasingly sophisticated modelling efforts that
should take immediate action to control VOCs demand an increased understanding of CSH gel
especially BTEX in Delhi city. The data obtained at the nanoscale level. In this context, knowledge
in this study will be helpful in making regulations of the mean composition and density of the solid
of toluene and xylene which is of equal important CSH component, together with its microstructure
VOCs as compared to benzene. Till now there is over a scale range from nanometers to several
no permissible standard for toluene and Xylene. micrometers, is essential. Despite decades of studies
Therefore the study will help in regulating these of calcium-silicate-hydrate (C-S-H), the structurally
VOCs standards. complex binder phase of concrete, the physical
and chemical interaction at nanoscopic level and
Nanotechnology for Construction Industry the interplay between chemical composition and
Nanotechnology is an art and science of manipulating density remains essentially unexplored. Therefore
atoms and molecules at the nanoscale to create new a study on Physical and chemical interaction at the
systems, materials, and devices. After more than nanoscopic level in concrete structure has been
a decade of progress in other industrial sectors, taken up. Extensive literature survey, work plan and
the nanotechnology revolution has just begun Methodology have been completed.
to impact highway, road, bridge materials and
Safety Guidance Manual for Laboratories
construction industry. In construction industry it
can be visualized in a two different ways; (1) better Laboratories plays important role in the development
understanding or organic or inorganic materials by of new technology and science. To find new
analyzing them at the nanometer scale (chemical possibilities laboratories is always expected to be
and physical interactions), and (2) development expanded and without safety culture it is impossible
of micro and nanotools. Since materials designed for a laboratory to work efficiently. In India,
and manufactured at the nanosclae can change laboratory Safety in R&D and academic Laboratories
their traditional physical and chemical behaviour, is not given due importance. These labs not address
it is worthwhile to the construction industry to the safety issues and they sometime function
investigate this emerging technology. The emerging without lab safety standards which can be harmful
fields of nanoscience and its ability to work at for environment as well as human beings. There
the molecular level, atom by atom, to create large are no mandatory safety guidelines for laboratories
structures with fundamentally new properties for safe usage and disposal of chemicals and due to
and functions are leading to a new understanding the low chemical waste production, laboratories do
and control over the basic building blocks and not keep the details of waste and its proper deposal
properties of all natural and man-made materials, methods. Figure 141 shows the common hazard and
such as asphalt and concrete. its control in the laboratory

Fig.141 : Common hazard, its control and benefit in the lab
In CRRI under the various road related research The introduction of metro rail has resulted in
activities, there are various laboratories such as passenger ridership shift from road based transport
Pavement/bitumen Water testing and Computer to metro rail. In order to estimate the emissions (CO,
lab along with Mechanical Workshops. These HC, NOX, PM and CO2), metro rail ridership has been
laboratories are equipped with costly and expensive converted to equivalent number of onroad vehicles
equipment and machinery. Laboratories are which otherwise would have been playing in the
modernized in outer shell but poor in safety in core. absence of mass rapid transit system. The emission
The Laboratories are running with old laboratory estimation for the year 2006 and 2011corresponding
system which shows little interest towards to the completion of phase I and phase II of Delhi
Laboratories Safety Practices. Existing safe working metro rail has been made. CO2 emissions saved due
practices are inadequate. The main hazards present to shifting of motor vehicle ridership to metro rail
in the labs are unskilled manpower, nonworking has been estimated and compared with the CO2
equipments and their slack disposal, outdated produced (offsite) , due to electricity consumption
chemicals and their improper disposal and lack by Delhi metro rail for its various operations. The
of attention towards use of Personal Protective findings indicate that 2011 modal shift scenario
Equipment. There is a need to reconsider the current does not yield CO2 benefits. However, it is expected
Laboratory safety status in the CRRI. An accident that with the increase in metro ridership, changes
brings several problems. The best way to prevent in modal shift and energy conservation initiatives
lab accidents is to be prepared and knowledgeable by Delhi metro, CO2 emission saving could be
about what you are working with, be it equipment possible.
or chemicals thus creation of a Laboratory Safety
Methodology
Manual is very important.
(i) Estimation of emission saved due to shifting
The objective of this project is to prepare a Lab safety of onroad motor vehicles to metro rail:
guidance manual for CRRI Laboratories in order to
Total vehicular emissions saved
ensure safe working environment. The project is
under process wherein physical and questionnaire (P) = (SNo. of Vehicles) x (EF) x (DF) x (VKT) x 365
survey has been conducted. Awareness workshop x 106 (Eq. 1)
and training programme on Laboratory Safety issue where, P is the vehicular emissions saved (t/y); EF
will be completed in next few months. is the emission factor (g/km); DF is the deterioration
factor (assumed=1 for CO2); and VKT is the vehicle
Emission Reduction from MRTS Projects A kilometers travelled per day by a particular category
Case Study of Delhi Metro Rail of vehicle (km).
Metro rail has been introduced in Delhi in 2002 to (ii) Estimation of CO2 emissions due to electricity
provide alternative mode of public transportation. consumption by Delhi metro rail

The CO2 emissions per day for Delhi metro due Electricity based transportation systems like metro
to electricity consumption are estimated by the rail are nonsite emitters. Their emissions depend
following equation: upon the type of fuel used for the generation
Em (t/day) = ECper day x EFgrid (Eq. 2) of electricity. The major share of electricity (51
percent) consumed in Delhi metro rail operation
where, Em is the CO2 emissions in t per day (t/day), used for auxiliary or nontraction activities, which
ECper day is the electricity consumption (kWh/day), are essential for the functioning of the metro rail
EFgrid is the emission factor of Indian electricity grid system hence cannot be ignored in emission
(tCO2/MWh). calculations. Public transportation systems make the
The total emissions saved (CO, HC, NOX, PM) have most optimum use of the available road space and
been estimated to be nearly 1,882 t in 2006 to nearly transportation fuels. They are expected to reduce
7,120 t during 2011, a 5fold increase during this vehicle emissions pollution locally, including GHG
period. Comparison of CO2 emissions saved due to emissions (primarily CO2) associated with road
shifting of passengers from motor vehicles to metro transportation sector. It has been estimated that
rail has been shown in Table XVII. It is evident after the completion of Phase III of Delhi metro rail
from the table, that, if total electricity consumption in year 2017 there will be a increase from present
(traction + auxiliary) are considered, metro rail ridership of 2.4 million (network length of phase I
operation cause additional CO2 burden. However, a and II is 190km) to 4 million (network length in phase
better picture emerged if CO2 emissions from motive III is 160km) with total network length of nearly
power (traction) are compared against the CO2 350km. Therefore, it is expected that with increase
emissions saved due to shifting of onroad vehicles. in passenger ridership and modal shift (more from
Based on 2011 ridership and corresponding modal the private vehicles as compared to buses) as well
shift, the Delhi metro rail is not a net saver of CO2 as with energy conservation practices, DMRC could
emissions. save CO2 emission in future.
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has carried out a Atmosphere and its Probing the Changing
similar study and has reported emissions saving of Impacts in Indo-Gangetic Plains (IGP) and
1453 t/day for 2011 of CO2 emissions using fuel Himalayan Regions (AIMIGPHim)Perspective
based emission factors (topdown approach). In
on Emission Inventory of Climate Forcing
this study, emissions have been estimated by using
emission factors for different categories of Indian Gases from Transportation Sector in India
vehicles (bottomup approach). Secondly, DMRC The reality of climate change has brought to the
methodology considered electricity consumed forefront the need to significantly curb greenhouse
for traction purposes only, ignoring the electricity gas (GHG) emissions and adapting to the changing
consumption for auxiliary purposes (nearly 50 climate. Transport activity has been a key facilitator
percent).
Table XVII : Estimation of CO2 Emissions from Delhi Metro Rail
Metro Rail On-road Vehicles

Electricity Consumption Emission Factor CO2 Emissions CO2 Emissions
kWh + 3% T&D Losses for Northern (tonnes) (tonnes)
Grid kg CO2/
kWh
2006 2011 2006 2011 2006 2011 2006 2011
Traction 6,46,60,379 31,75,28,746 0.800 0.8409 51,728 2,67,010
Auxiliary 10,54,00,587 33,04,89,102 0.800 0.8409 84,320 2,77,908 43,809 264,209
Total 170,060,966 648,017,848 136,049 544,918

and driver of economic prosperity worldwide. Yet apportionment of fuel types used in different modes
the transport sector is a significant contributor to of transportation and include
GHG emissions. Growth in transport sector GHG Collection and collation of activity data (fuel
emissions has typically mirrored growth in economic consumption) for all the fuel types at segregated
wealth. The transport sector was 3rd largest source level for different modes of transportation
of anthropogenic CO2 emissions in India in 2007. Reduce the level of uncertainty in activity
Indo-Gangetic Plain (IGP), the bread basket of data for different modes of transportation
the country and Himalayan region (Him), the Generation of emission inventories for climate
ecosystem service provider to the country, have forcing gases viz. CO2, CH4, N2O for transport
immense societal and economic importance. The sector in IGP and Himalayan region states
key questions envisaged to be addressed by AIM- using IPCC methodology protocol
IGPHim include
Interim Outcome: Emission inventory generated for
Quantification of anthropogenic emission road transport sector and civil aviation for states
sources (AMEI) falling under Himalayan region and Indo-Gangetic
Study of the changing atmospheric processes plains (IGP) respectively.
over IGP and Himalayan regions The following outputs have been achieved this year
Understanding the role of drivers (i.e. trace under this study
gases & aerosols) in influencing the changes Activity data for 11 states falling under
in the atmospheric processes (i.e. physics and Himalayan region and 9 states in IGP region
chemistry of the atmosphere) in the region were collected and collated for civil aviation
Assessment of impacts of changing atmosphere and road transport sector respectively for the
on crops, floral biodiversity and human years 2004-05 to 2008-2009.
health Emission inventories for road transport and
Emissions are major drivers for changing civil aviation were generated for states falling
atmosphere and transportation sector is one under Himalayan Region and Indo-Gangetic
of the major emitters Plains respectively for climate forcing gases
(CO2, CH4 and N2O). The emissions are
CRRI Intent (AMEI) reported as CO2 equivalent emissions (CO2e)
CRRI activities fall under Atmospheric Measurement for the period 2004-05 to 2008-2009. The part
and Emission Inventory (AMEI) activity (WP of the information is shared and presented
1) of the study. It broadly involves uncertainty for road transport (Fig. 142 & 143) and civil
reduction in activity data, refine and improve the aviation (Fig. 144).
Fig. 142 : CO2e emissions from petrol combustion in road transportation sector in states of Himalayan region

Fig. 143 : CO2e emissions from diesel combustion in road transportation sector in states of Himalaya
Fig. 144 : CO2e Emissions from ATF combustion in civil aviation in the states of Indo-Gangetic plains
Evaluation of Economic Loss due to Idling c) Conducting test for 40 minutes and recording
of Vehicles at Signalized Intersection and the data.
Mitigation Measures (ELSIM-12th Five Year d) Removing fuel flow detector and refitting the
original fuel flow pipe
Plan Project)
The test duration was for 40 minutes per vehicle
(i) Measurement of Idling Fuel Consumption of and was conducted to capture steady state value of
Different Types of Vehicles idling fuel consumption in warmed up condition.
The objective of the study is to measure idling The study involves connecting the fuel flow detector
fuel consumption for different types of vehicles. with the existing fuel line of the vehicle to capture
The following steps are involved in the the fuel consumption at idling. This data will be
measurement: used to quantify the total fuel loss during idling at
signalized intersection
a) Identifying & disconnecting the existing fuel
Idling fuel consumption were carried out on 348 in
flow pipe to engine.
use vehicles covering two wheelers, three wheelers,
b) Connecting the fuel flow detector between the four wheelers, trucks and buses on petrol, diesel
disconnected joint and to use battery power to powered vehicles (including 250 vehicles reported
capture the data. earlier) (Figs. 145 & 146).

In present study, estimation
of emissions during idling at
various signalized intersection
of Delhi has been carried out.
Methodology
Various input data viz.,
number of vehicles idling at
intersection, type of vehicles,
vintage of vehicles (emission
Fig. 145 : Details of vehicles tested across different cities
control technology used), fuel
type, fuel consumption during idling, gas specific
emission factors have been used for the estimation
of emissions during idling.
Estimation of fuel loss during idling is based on the
category of vehicles, fuel type, fuel consumption
during idling and delay time at intersections.
According to estimate, ~4 tonne of petrol, ~2 tonne
of Diesel and ~7 tonnes of CNG is lost per day due to
idling of vehicles at various intersections of Delhi.
Emissions have been estimated using appropriate
(e.g. IPCC) Emission Factors for different pollutants
and by using following equations:
Fig. 146 : Measured fuel consumption for various categories of
vehicles Emission(s) = [Fuela*EFa]
Where,
(ii) Emission Estimation of Fuel Loss Due to
Emission(s) = Emission of Gases [e.g., CO2,
Idling of Motor Vehicles at Signalised
CH4, N2O, CO, NOx and NMVOC] (kg)
Intersections
EF = Emission Factor for pollutant a (CO2,
Countries around the world are concerned with the CH4, N2O, CO, NOx and NMVOC) (kg/TJ)
impact of transportation on the environment and (IPCC, 2006)
human health. Efforts to reduce unnecessary idling Fuel Consumption = Activity as Energy Input
particularly at traffic intersections are therefore a of fuel type a (TJ)
key component of many national climate change
(Determined from Net Calorific Value of
programs. Major traffic intersections are generally
Corresponding Fuels)
considered urban hotspots due to high concentration
of pollutants emitted from vehicles idling due to one a = fuel type
or the other reasons. The variety of settings in which Emission Factor by IPCC (IPCC, 2006)
vehicular idling occurs, can be broadly categorized Emissions (CO, NOX, NMVOC, CH4 and N2O) during
into three domains : (1) idling to warm the engine; idling of vehicles at various intersections of Delhi
(2) idling while waiting for something unrelated to have been estimated (Table- XVIII) on the basis of
traffic (e.g., waiting for a passenger); and (3) idling fuel consumed by various categories of vehicles
while in traffic (e.g., at intersections; during traffic idling at 12 intersections. The ~13 tonne of fuel
jams). In urban areas, idling due to red light stop or loss occurs per day during idling at 11 intersections
due to congestion or traffic jam also constitute the in Delhi. Among all pollutants, CO2 emissions are
part of driving cycle. The running engines during highest (~93%) followed by CO (~5.3%), NOX
idling also generate emissions, which are harmful (~1%), NMVOC (~0.7%), CH4 (~0.08%) and N2O
both for human health and ecology. (~0.004%).

Table XVIII : Estimation of Emissions during Idling of Vehicles at Various Intersections in Delhi
No. of Fuel
Vehicles Consumption Emissions per Day (kg/day)
Intersections Idling at per day
Intersection During Idling
(24 Hrs) (kg) CO2 NOX CO N2O CH4 NMVOC
Ashram 67075 4495 13132.0 132.0 749.6 0.6 11.2 99.8
KG Marg 19043 533 1543.4 15.5 89.2 0.1 1.4 11.8
Preet Vihar 28765 1227 3561.7 35.6 208.6 0.2 3.2 28.8
Peeragarhi 64864 2495 7297.5 73.0 426.3 0.3 6.2 58.5
Lodhi Road 19461 498 1451.7 14.5 89.1 0.1 1.3 11.8
Paharganj 14936 583 1664.0 17.0 68.6 0.1 1.8 9.3
Shakti Nagar 20087 707 2055.5 20.5 120.4 0.1 1.9 16.4
Patel Nagar 29164 1090 3188.5 31.7 200.6 0.1 2.7 27.0
Kingsway Camp 18698 498 1438.3 14.6 72.7 0.1 1.4 9.7
Shastri Park 39453 849 2447.6 24.8 119.4 0.1 2.4 16.6
Shanti Van 25831 282 817.2 8.2 43.3 0.0 0.8 6.1
Total 347377 13256 38597.4 387.4 2187.8 1.8 34.3 295.8
Such kind of studies could be helpful in securing Unit, Ministry of Environment Forests and
organizational support for fuel consumption idling Climate Change, Government of India. The project
reduction programs to improve air quality in urban envisaged undertaking the activities pertaining
areas and associated health and environmental to the preparation of Indias First Biennial Update
benefits. As a part of study estimation of emissions Report (BUR 1) to the United Nations Framework
caused due to fuel consumption during idling by Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
various categories of vehicles at various major
The national inventory of greenhouse gases (GHGs)
signalized traffic intersections in Chandigarh,
was generated for the calendar year 2010 for the
Chennai, Bhopal, Vadodara and other major cities
Indian transportation sector comprising of major
of India is in progress.
modes of transportation viz. road, rail, aviation
and water-borne navigation. In addition, emission
Consultancy Assignment inventories for 2008 and 2009 were provided. The
international bunker emissions for aviation and
Biennial Update Report (BUR) under the water-borne navigation were estimated and reported
separately. The national emissions were estimated
Preparation of Indias Third National
and reported for greenhouse gases CO2, CH4, N2O as
Communication (TNC) and Other New well as for CO, NOx and NMVOC.
Information to the UNFCCC
The Final Report was submitted in October 2014.
Indian Transportation Sector Greenhouse Gas The consolidated report, comprising of other sectors,
Emission Inventory 2010 will be published by the Ministry of Environment
As reported earlier (Annual Repport 2013-14), Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government
the study was sponsored by Project Management of India.

Transportation Planning Traffic & Transportation Planning
Development and Application of Technologies fast due to massive infrastructure development and
for Sustainable Transportation (SUSTRANS) road construction activities going on in India which
consumes huge quantity of material (about 15,000
(12th Five Year Plan Network Project)
tonnes of aggregates/km of highway). Also, enormous
Sustainable development is a holistic practice amount of energy is consumed in the production
that includes efforts to mitigate negative effects and transportation of huge quantities of Hot Mix
on every part of the road infrastructure and Asphalt (HMA) required for road construction
transportation system which are generally ignored (about 90,000 litres of diesel/km). Hence, there is
in traditional transportation system planning. an urgent need to develop technologies to utilize
Sustainable transportation system must consider waste and marginal materials, innovative designs
the interconnected issues under social, economy to achieve reduction in pavement thickness using
and environment areas. The interconnections are high performance materials.
shown in Fig. 147.
In view of this, there is a high need of conducting a
research study on sustainable transportation covering
transportation, road safety and road materials in
order to develop appropriate guidelines to design
a sustainable transportation system. Considering
these issues, the conceived objectives of the present
study include, design symbiotic sustainable mass
transportation system and sustainable non-motorised
system applying appropriate ITS technologies
along with development of indigenous driving
simulator to evaluate the road users in terms of road
safety. The study should also include innovative
technologies for utilization of waste and marginal
materials in road construction, improved design
methods and materials/ mixes towards achieving
reduced pavement thickness, superior performing
bituminous technology for long lasting pavements,
warm mix technologies for road construction, use of
Fig. 147 : Sustainable System and its Interconnections
reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) in construction
and maintenance of roads and estimation of carbon
As seen from the figure, the sustainable system footprints in road construction process. The details
which considers social, economic and environment of the objectives and scope of the work are:
related parameters at the same time. The need to
plan for sustainable transport system is evident since Objectives of the Proposed Research
global warming possesses significant challenges for The objectives of the present research are conceived
cities. The transport sector alone accounts for 24 under following two modules:
percent of CO2 emissions worldwide. The energy
consumption is about 75 to 80 percent by road (i) Transportation Module: The work packages
transport and Indias share is about 10 percent (WP) in this module are:
from all transport modes. The safety of road user WP-1. Quality enhancement of public
is also a major concern towards achievement of transport system
sustainability. On Indian roads, about 1.4 Lakhs
deaths occur in fatal accidents in a year. About WP-2. Feeder transport system and parking
3 percent of GDP is wasted due to the fatal road facilities at public transport terminals
crashes on Indian roads in a year. Moreover, the WP-3. Advanced public transport information
sources of natural mineral aggregates are depleting systems using ITS technologies

Traffic & Transportation Planning Transportation Planning
WP-4. Design and Development of Car Driving Technology for Long Lasting Pavements
Simulator l Model for Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of
WP-5. Sustainable Non-Motorised Transport roads
(NMT) system
l Publications in SCI Journals
WP-6. Policy level sustainable strategies
l New Guidelines, Specifications & Manuals
to restrict/ control usage of private
vehicles l Patents for Developed New Designs for
WP-7. Sustainable integrated mass Pavement Construction and Materials with
transportation system Indian Conditions
WP-8. Evaluation of sustainable transportation Interim results obtained from the work
system (environment, social and carried out under above mentioned work
economy) packages.
The city of Delhi and NCR regions would be This section provides few interim but key results
considered as the study area for the conceptual obtained from the work done till know under
development of a sustainable transport system. various work packages.
The developed sustainable transportation system
would be considered to implement as a Pilot Study With respect to the quality enhancement of
in a small road network of Delhi to demonstrate the public transportation system; the selection
benefits generated from the proposed sustainable of performance evaluation parameters solely
system. The industrial waste and marginal materials depends upon the transit system. In this
will be collected from selected areas of the country study the parameter that defines the service
for laboratory study. The proposed designs will be performance are categorized in two.
evaluated with APTF (Accelerated Pavement Testing First: The first category includes Demographic,
Facility) available at CSIR-CRRI by constructing test which includes the basic user characteristics
tracks. i.e. Gender, education, Income, Occupation,
Vehicle ownership, Trip Purpose, Mode
Envisaged Outcomes and Outputs
used for access and egress trips, Ticket type,
The major outputs envisaged in the present proposal Frequency of travel, Ticket type etc.
include:
Second: Second category includes performance
l Framework and guidelines to design a evaluation Parameters as per the system
sustainable integrated mass transportation configuration. In this study both Rail and Bus
system and NMT system for any given city questionnaire incorporates observed variables
l Pilot study to demonstrate the benefits that helps in identification of important
quantified from Integrated Intelligent parameters that defines the latent variables.
Dynamic Information System, Advanced In this study questionnaire has been prepared
Public Transport Information Systems using for Bus and Railway performance evaluation.
ITS, Sustainable NMT and Integrated Mass To capture the user perception and to know
Transportation System the current status of transit performance it is
l Indigenous Advanced Driving Simulator for essential to compare the satisfaction level with
testing and evaluation of drivers the base line of comparison i.e. Importance/
Expectation level. Accordingly questionnaire
l Guidelines to design sustainable roads using
has been designed and interviews carried
waste, marginal materials and RAP and warm
at various locations. Figure 148 shows the
mix in bituminous pavements
demographic parameters of age for different
l New Design guidelines to reduce thickness of mode users. Similarly other parameters have
pavement and Superior Performing Bituminous been studied too.

Fig. 148 : Demographic parameters of different modes
Under the work package dealing feeder Project scope also includes the design of
transport system, it has been observed that the advanced public transport information system.
trend of walk and cycly rickshaw is decling The schedule bus fleet data (Green and Red
with increase in distance from metro station. buses) of DTC were collected online from DTC
At distance 2 to 5 km, share of all types of website and DIMTS data base (Orange buses)
modes has been observed. Mode choice is were collected from DIMTS website which
maximum for bus/ gramin sewa at distance was launched in June 2013.
more than 5 km as shown in Fig. 149. Analysis of User characteristics and evaluation
of APTIS of Mysore city is also studied. The
average satisfaction level of the respondent is
shown in Fig. 150, where it is observed that
average satisfaction level of the respondent is
3.60 which is coming between the Moderate
(3 out of scale 5) and High (4 out of scale 5).
Fig. 149 : Mode choice depending on distance from metro station Fig. 150 : Average satisfaction level of respondents of Mysore city

Work related to development of a car simulator Work related to non-motorised transport is at

is ongoing as per schedule. This includes the stage where a methodology (Fig. 152) is
various stages as shown in Fig. 151 and at its being developed to identify the most suitable
final stage of installation. Testing work would infrastructure for the road crossings. This
be followed. methodology is based on the delay caused
Stages of Development
Stage-1 Stage-2 Stage-3 Stage-4 Stage-5 Stage-6

Fig. 151 : Stages of development of advanced car driving simulator
Fig. 152 : Methodology for identifying most suitable road crossing infrastructure

to all road users including their priority. indicators from the group of social indicators,
Gross delay has been calculated for alternate six indicators of economics and indicators of
road crossing infrastructure to identify the environment have been selected. These would be
most suitable road crossing infrastructure further analysed using the widely used method of
alternative. Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP).
Integration of mass transportation system through
Evaluation of Economic Loss Due to Idling
travel demand modelling using soft computing
techniques is an important part of the study. This
of Vehicles at Signalized Intersection and
includes modelling for all four stages of transport Mitigation Measures (ELSIM) (12th Five Year
planning. After trip generation, trip distribution and Plan Project)
mode choice modelling, trips have been assigned to Planning commission, government of India accord
the network of study area as shown in Fig. 153 for sanction under 12th Five year plan project routed
the base year of 2013. through Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
For the work package dealing with the evaluation of (CSIR) to carry out research project titled Evaluation
sustainable transportation system (economic, social of Economic loss due to Idling of Vehicles at
and environment), the most important task is to Signalized Intersection and Mitigation measures and
identify the indicators to be selected for evaluation. in this regard, CSIR-Central road research Institute,
Based on the discussion held among expert group New Delhi is the nodal organization to implement
meeting and task force committee members, four this project. This project is the major national level
Fig. 153 : User equilibrium traffic assignment for base year (2013)

project, study at signalised intersection are being increased traffic congestion, increased air and noise
considered spread over seven cities in the country pollution, accidents, delays etc. The consumption of
(Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bhopal,Vadodara fuel is on the increase due to enhanced trip lengths,
and Chandigarh). shift of modal share towards personalized modes of
The major objective of this project is: travel and at signalized intersections due to idling
of vehicles during stoppage phases. The running
l Quantification of fuel loss due to idling of
engines during idling also generate emissions,
motorized vehicles at signalized intersections
which are harmful both for human health and
covering various cities.
ecology. A major quantum of fuel is wasted during
l Estimation of emission and energy due to fuel idling of vehicles at intersections. Estimated fuel
loss during idling for various categories of loss in terms of monetary units will be widely
vehicles. publicized through print and electronic media to

l To propose mitigation measures and estimate create awareness among road users to switch off
the benefits over a period of time. their vehicles during red signal phase to conserve

l Development of models between fuel loss and precious fossil fuels.
emission. Proposed Frame Work
Variety of road based transport modes catering to l Estimation of Traffic Volume and Delays at
the transport demand ply in large numbers on the Signalized Intersections
road system of urban India. As a result, the traffic
l Measurement of Idling Fuel Consumption of
and transportation problems are aggravating day
different types of vehicles
by day. These problems manifest in the form of
Fig. 154 : Identified Signalized Intersections in Delhi

Fig. 155 : Identified study intersections in Chandigarh
l Estimation of Fuel & Time Loss due to Idling

l Emission Estimation of Fuel Loss due to
Idling
l Exploring Suitable Mitigation Measures
l Development of Models between Fuel Loss
and Emission
Estimation of Traffic Volume and Delays at
Signalized Intersections
Classified Traffic volume count survey has
conducted at identified inter sections in Delhi
(12 number intersections) Chandigarh (9 to 10
Intersection) and Vadodara (13 intersections) in
the year 2013. This will help to study the traffic
flows characteristics and to study the speed and
delay characteristics of vehicles plying on the road
network. The location of study intersection at delhi
road network, Chandigarh and Vadodara has been
presented in Fig. 154, 155 & 156. The summary of
classified traffic volume and composition traffic at
Fig. 156 : Identified signalized intersections in Vadodara various cities have been presented at Fig. 157.

Fig. 157 : Classified traffic volume and average traffic composition in Delhi, Chandigarh and Vadodara

The traffic Composition at Inner, Middle and Outer part of the city for various years are shown in Fig. 158.
Fig. 158 : Traffic Composition at Inner, Middle and Outer part of the city for various years
carried out Road Condition Survey and Inventory of

Consultancy Assignments roads and bridges, assessment of Road Construction
Industry in Bihar. Thus, a massive road data base
is being prepared (which is now at the verge of
Consultancy Services for Developing completion) for the development of road network in
Thematic GIS Data Base for Integrating Road Bihar. There is always a requirement of intelligent
Management System thematic map for engineer to convey information
The State Government of Bihar is taking many about a single topic or theme, such as road length,
initiatives for the road development by up-grading road condition, road inventory, traffic data etc for
State Highways and Major District Roads with the planning and appraisal purpose at regional and
growth of National Highways and rural roads. Bihar local level engineer to build, maintain and operate
Road Construction Department (RCD), with the aid these roads in effective manner.
of World Bank under DFID TF TA (TA- 011445) To meet these challenges, urgent need was felt to
Technical Assistance Program, for Institutional store and save the entire data base with the support
strengthening and Capacity Building activities and of Thematic GIS Data base with the aim to integrate

the data with Road Management System (RMS). This by competing eleven multinational and national
system will provide a important tool to engineers road and transport related company through
in facilitating formulation of plan / program for the Qualification based Selection(QBS) method as per
improvement and management of Road Assets of World Banks Guideline. Currently CRRI in JV has
the State. This GIS database will be integrated with completed Geo-referencing of 161 Topo-sheets for
the Road Assets Management System (RAMS). entire Bihar and quality checks of data integration
and preparation of layers are under progress. Figure
Objectives and Scope of work:
159 shows the grid creation as per topo-sheets.
As per contract agreement following are the objective
and scope of the work to developing Thematic GIS
data base for Integrating Road Management System
of RCD
(a) To prepare seamless mosaic of Cartosat-1
image for entire Bihar, ensuring seamless
matching of the cartosatimages.
(b) To prepare mosaic of all the eleven thematic
GIS layers for the whole Bihar and carry
out necessary edits/updates for complete
seamlessness.
To meet this objective, CSIR-CRRI Joint Venture with
Matrix Geo Solution Pvt Ltd., has been awarded
the project from Road Construction department Fig. 159 : The Geo-referenced toposheet for whole Bihar State
Fig. 160 : Thematic GIS data base for integrating road management system of Bihar State

Figure 160 shows typical Thematic GIS data base for
Integrating Road Management System of RCD Bihar.
Road inventory and condition, bridge inventory and
condition data area collected from RCD Bihar.
Village data, block boundary, district boundaries
state boundaries, waterbodies, settlement area,
forest areas etc. are being mosaiced with help of
Survey of India toposheets and updated with help of
satellite imageries procured from NRSA. The entire
database is GIS platform and is working on open
source QGIS software which is freely available. Data
available from both RCD and NRSA are integrated
so that it can be used for variety of purpose such as
asset management, mapping, design, development,
planning and appraisal. Fifty percent work has been
completed. Fig. 161 : Geographical Joda Block map
Traffic Study for Feasibility of Mineral

district of Odishas state (Fig. 161). This is state border
Transportation in Joda-Barbil, Odisha sharing with Jharkhands West Sighbhum District.
The recent growth in industrialization and mining Joda block is in Keonjhar district and is the largest
activities have resulted in increase of motorization mining circle with the mining capacity of 40 million
and consequently mobility in the mining areas, due tons per Annum. The existing road infrastructure
to which the freight vehicle population have been which serves both freight traffic of mines and the
increased tremendously in the mining influenced public/ private traffic is inadequate. This situation
areas. The national steel policy envisages production is expected to be worsen in the near future if there
of 110 million ton steel by 2020. One of the main area is no augmentation in the road network. Keeping
for this target is the Joda-Barbil located in Keonjhar in view the current situation of road network, M/s
Fig. 162 : Traffic survey locations inJoda-Barbil,Odisha

Thriveni Consultants Services have approached Speed and Delay

CSIR-CRRI, New Delhi to undertake the study
Speed and delay survey was conducted on the study
towards evaluation of current road condition and
area corridor by moving car method and Probe
study the feasibility of mineral transportation for
vehicle method on normal working days. The entire
Base and horizon years to ensure smooth movement
study road network was divided into seven road
of traffic without delays. The main objective of this
links to know the speed and delay characteristics.
study is to develop a truck travel demand model
Two runs were carried out on each link, one is
for study road network, where trucks are carrying
in morning hours (between 8:00 am to 10:00 am
iron ore from mines (Origin) to railway sidings,
and another was in evening hours between 8:00
processing plants or ports (Destinations).
pm to 10:00 pm to assess the variation in journey
This will be useful for strengthening exiting road and running speed along with delays and their
infrastructure facilities as well as proposing new associated causes. It could be seen that the journey
road infrastructure facilities such as enhancement speed and running speed were observed maximum
of capacity of existing roads and provision of bypass between the stretch Hathgamaria to Noamundi and
etc. the minimum between Joda Mod to Jurudi. This
could be attributed to the physical bottlenecks
Study Area and Data collection
in the form of varying road widths due to severe
A total of 256 km length of road network including encroachments occupying the identified Right of
18 intersections were considered under study, Way, and wear and tear of road which contributes
Various traffic surveys such as classified turning to poor road conditions and drainage facility. There
movement studies and Speed and Delay studies is insignificant difference between Journey speed
were conducted to understand the prevailing and Running speed on all the study links. Higher
traffic problems and to assess the capacity of journey speed was observed on Hatgamharia to
roads with respect to the vehicular traffic plying Rumuli (Link 2) due to less volume of traffic and
through the intersections on the study road network good condition of pavement. Lower average journey
(Fig. 162). speed was observed on Joda Intersection to Jurudi.
Classified Traffic Volume count (Figs. 163 & 164).
Traffic surveys at intersections were carried

out on normal working days of the week for 24
hours period from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm along with
turning movements. Out of 18 major intersections
considered in study area, the traffic study revealed
that maximum traffic was observed at Bhadrasahi
(35554) followed by Jurudi (29345) and the
minimum was observed at Nalda gate (2648).
Bhadrasahi had maximum traffic due the fact that
its the centre part of the district and connects Joda
with Barbil and with NH-215.Trucks (2axle 25
percent, 3axle 14 percent and Multiaxle 2 percent)
contribute to major share (40 percent) followed by
2wheelers (30 percent) and then cars (16 percent).
On all the road links, peak hour traffic not governed
by any time but by the site requirements and railway
sidings. Heavy traffic was observed during morning
hours from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm and during late
night hours from 11:00 pm to 1:00 am. Fig. 163 : Journey speed variation

Fig. 164 : Running speed variation
Development of Truck Demand Model origins and destinations. Elements of the demand
matrix are calculated in the trip distribution
Travel demand model is a technical tool which assist
operation. Trips are allocated to certain end zone
in the development of the regional transportation
on the basis of its attractiveness and on the other
plan and in policy decision making process. The
hand the impedance of the trip from origin to
travel demand model utilizes a conventional four
destination zone is measured using skim matrices.
step trip based model/process consisting of trip
In this study, gravity model has been considered for
generation, trip distribution, mode choice and
developing the distribution of truck demand. Travel
traffic assignment.
time (minutes) is considered for obtaining the skim
Truck Generation matrix
The entire study area is divided into 26 zones based Truck Traffic Assignment
on location of mining and railways sidings. Trip
Truck traffic assignment models are used to estimate
generation model was developed by considering
the flow of truck traffic on a network. These models
only trucks that are originating from mines and
taken as input matrix of flow that indicates the
going to railway siding, out of state or processing
volume of traffic between Origin and Destination
plants. Government of Odisha provided mineral
pairs.
transportation portal, this site has provided real
time truck movement from mines to rail sidings The flows for each O-D pair are loaded on the
and outside of state. In this study, one week data network based upon the travel time or impedance of
has been collected from this web site and weekly the alternate path that could carry this traffic. In this
maximum of truck production and attraction was study, a truck traffic assignment model is developed
taken as the input data for development of truck so as to evaluate the network performance in the
production and attraction model. current scenario and for the future scenario. Two
widely used traffic assignment models such as
Truck Distribution
All or Nothing (AON) and User Equilibrium (UE)
Trip distribution models are used to predict the methods are considered to carry out the truck traffic
spatial patterns of trips or other flow between assignment.

Truck Traffic Assignment for Base Year were observed to have low amount of truck traffic.
Estimated truck traffic for base year due to mines The developed truck demand model is validated by
operation in study area by considering UE method comparing the observed truck flows (Traffic survey)
was presented in Fig. 165 (a). From the figure it can and estimated trucks traffic obtained by truck
be observed that heavy truck traffic was observed demand model. This model was considered for
between Banaspani and Nayagarh. Also significant horizon year truck traffic (volume/day ) estimation.
truck traffic was observed on NH 215 between Estimation of Truck Demand For Horizon
Gandhalphada and Bhadrasahi. Remaining links Year
For the above purpose, proposed capacity of mines in
Million Tons Per Annum (MTPA) in corresponding
zone was considered. In this study, same numbers
of Railway sidings were considered as a attraction
of truck traffic. Based on this data, truck production
and attraction of each zone has been estimated.
Horizon Year truck traffic, estimated by UE
assignment methods are presented in Fig. 165 (b).
This truck volume has been considered further in
performance evaluation of corridors in study road
network.
It was observed from the truck traffic assignment for
the base year, more number of trucks concentrated
on KIDCO road between Jurudi and Nayagarh and
NH 215 (KJSA mines and Bhadrasahi). Horizon
year truck demand is estimated by considering
the future capacity of mines provided by M/s
a) Base year traffic assignment Thriveni Consultants. From the horizon year traffic
assignment of trucks, it was observed that there is
need to augment capacity of road network in Joda
Barbil. Following provisions for improving the
performance of study road network was proposed.
Provision for Improving the Performance of
Study Road Network
Considering the future projected traffic expected to
be generated from the proposed capacity of mines,
it is recommended widening of the major road
corridors in addition to provide additional road
connectivity. Based on the results obtained from
truck demand modeling and v/c ratio, this study is
recommended the following issues for improving
the traffic flow on study road network for base and
horizon year and is represented in Fig. 166.
l Widening of National Highway 215: The
existing carriageway of NH 215, is two lane
b) Horizon year traffic assignment undivided carriageway, the widening of this
Fig. 165 (a&b) : Estimated Base and Horizon Year truck traffic due to NH 215 from 2 lane to four divided carriageway
mines operation in Joda Barbil using UE Assignment method is under progress.

l Road Widening from Joda to Nayagrah: Two l Bypass Road from Nayagarh to Kalimati: A new
lane undivided carriageway exists between bypass road minimum two lane carriageway
Joda and Nayagrah. KIDCO road is operated is recommended from Kalamati to Nayagarh
between Kalimati to Banaspani and this road to decongest the existing KIDCO road. M/S
is also a two lane undivided carriageway. Thriveni Consultants services was already
planned and constructed a ring road. The
starting point of this road is near the ROB of
Nayagarh Railway Siding and this will end
near M/s Serajuddin and co mines.
l Provision for Railway sidings Near to NH-215:
Most of the railway siding in Joda Barbil area
are located near to KIDCO road. Due to this,
the approaching roads to this KIDCO road are
overcrowded with higher truck traffic. This
will impact on pavement structure and lead to
distress of pavement surface.
Noise Mapping Study of Thiruvananthapuram
Corporation - Kerala
This study is sponsored by Kerela State Pollution
Control Board. The study includes monitoring
of various noise parameter, traffic parameter and
prediction for twenty years and noise prediction.
The traffic and noise monitoring has been carried
out at 19 section of different corridor in Trivandrum
Fig. 166 : Schematic representation of recommendations for
widening the major road corridors on study road network city (Fig. 167). Further work is in progress.
Fig. 167 : Noise and traffic monitoring station in Trivandrum City

HRD & Project Management
l Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation

l Technology Management and
Business Development
l Information, Liaison & Training
HRD & Project Management Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation
R&D management is the main activity of this Division implementation stage and finally during their
which inter-alia covers Planning, Monitoring & completion. The database includes project title,
Evaluation of R&D projects, attending to technical classification and technical and financial details
queries and technical performance audits and which help in tracking the technical and financial
assistance to Director, Management Council (MC) progress of the projects.
and Research Council (RC) on the project related
matters.
Monitoring Activities
Reporting on the performance and the status of
Major activities that PME Division carried are as
various projects was carried out through preparation
follows:
of Progress Report which contains information
related to various projects handled by the Institute.
Planning Activities
The Division also calls for progress report of all the
on-going projects in the Institute for processing.
Annual Plan 2015-16
This exercise is meant to monitor and ascertain
The Annual Plan 2015-16 documents for CRRI the status of each of the projects with respect to
contained information related to research work adherence to time schedule and other milestones.
plan to be carried out during the year 2015-16 has Any deviation is intimated to the respective project
been prepared. The financial requirements for these leader and remedial measures are taken to put the
projects were also mentioned. project on course. Completed projects, as reported
CRRI Budget by the respective Project Leaders are processed for
closure.
The financial requirements are defined on Plan
and Non-Plan basis. Plan items include all research Projects Monitoring
components whereas Non-Plan items cover Externally Funded Projects
infrastructural support. The plan requirement of
the Institute for the year 2015-16 (Budget Estimate) Externally funded projects were regularly monitored
has prepared. particularly for their adherence to time schedule,
amount dues, if any, documentation, closure etc.
Monthly Expenditure Plan through divisional review.
Preparation of a document contains Monthly In-house Projects
Expenditure Projections for all programmes /
Project Identification and Monitoring of the In-house
projects in the Institute for better management of
projects were also carried out periodically. The new
the projects.
projects are taken up if approved by the competent
Scrutiny & Registration of Project authority after the presentation made by the Project
Proposals Leader. Similarly at the time of completion of a
project, a presentation is made by the Project Leader
Registration of all externally funded projects and
to incorporate suggestions, if any.
allotment of specific identity in terms of a Project
Number is effected at PME, soon after the project External Cash Flow (ECF)
changes is received along with In-Principle approval, The Institute undertakes projects sponsored by
Identification, registration and technical scrutiny of various external agencies such as Ministry of
in-house R&D projects is also carried out. Road Transport & Highways (MORT&H), National
Development and Regular Maintenance Highway Authority of India (NHAI), Department of
Science and Technology (DST), Industries etc. The
of Project Database
details of External Cash Flow i.e., money received
A Project Database has been developed which from these agencies to carry out specified task was
is regularly updated incorporating addition of regularly recorded and monitored vis--vis target
new projects, and modifications during their established by the Institute.

Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation HRD & Project Management
Expenditure Monitoring Miscellaneous Activities

Efforts were made to keep track on the expenditure The division also handles parliament questions
vis--vis budgeting allocations/ requirements on the which are technical in nature. During the year,
monthly basis so that performance/ working of the Parliament questions were prepared after collecting,
Institute could be made more effective. compiling and collating information from various
divisions of the Institute. In addition the division
Evaluation Activities also handled the audit related issues.
Projects Summary for Management Management of various Project

Council / Research Council Proformae
Responsible for preparing the up-to-date Projects The division designs, maintains, manages and
Summary and providing the information on projects modifies the proformae pertaining to various project
that are to be ratified by the Management Council. related activities as per the need arises from time to
It also provides the necessary project related time.
information for the Research Council to review Development of PME System
and decide the future programmes of R&D for the
Institute. Desinged & Developed webbased Project
Management System to manage the projects in the
Technical Queries from within/or outside Institute effectively with less manpower. This is
CRRI and CSIR also increased the transperency in the system.
The division handles technical queries pertaining e-PPS (e-Project Proposal System)
to various projects being handled by the various
This is a new intiative taken by the division. In
R&D Divisions of the Institute. These queries are
this, the scanned copies of all the Project Proposal
related to CSIR guidelines, technical progress of
after approval are uploaded on to PME Intranet and
projects etc. Also interact with various divisions
also a copy is sent to Concerned PL & F&A Section
of CSIR particularly PPD regarding the preparation
through email. This has reduced a lot of manpower
of Annual Plans, Five Year Plans of the Institute,
time, saving of paper and printing / xeroxing in turn
Management of Plan Projects, ECF queries etc.
saving of environment.
Service Tax Activity
ERP (Projects, R & D Module)
On receipt of amounts under externally funded
The Division has uploaded the details of all ongoing
projects, Service Tax is paid to the Government. The
projects in the CSIR ERP site, also entry of Projects
division regularly prepares the statement on receipts
amount reciept in the Central Value Register of ERP
and ensures the payment of Service Tax by accounts
site. Addition / Deletion of projects members and
section on monthly basis. PME also prepares and
map their credentials according to the requirement
files the half yearly returns of Service Tax.
of ERP System.

HRD & Project Management Technology Management and Business Development
Agreement signed Singh, Sunil Saha Chnadra & Subhamay

Gangopadhyay, June 17, 2014 (1632 DEL
Gujarat Apollo Industries Limited, Gujarat,
2014)
5th Dec, 2014 for SETUCARE The Mobile
Bridge Inspection Unit 2. Technology Transfer
Torchtar Membranes PATCHFILL The Licensing agreements were signed for transfer of
Pothole Repairing Machine following two technologies to the companies.
Bitumen Products Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi SETUCARE: the Mobile Inspection Unit (MBIU) is
an electro mechanical device mounted on a truck
SM Engineers Pvt. Ltd., Guwahati
which provides access to hidden parts of bridges or
Leofab Projects Pvt. Ltd., Odisha similar infrastructures for their proper inspection
MoUs Signed Two Companies
Airports Authority of India (AAI), New Delhi, PATCHFILL: This is an invention of machine mainly
May 28, 2014 for quick, safe and economic repair of potholes,
which have been always problem for Indian roads.
Centre for Transportation Research, Department
of Civil Engineering, National Institute of Regardless of its small size, it yet provides effective
Technology - Calicut NIT, November 18, 2014 results and the efficiency could match to any of the
giant machine serving for the same purpose Four
IDAC-The Training and Assessment Institute Companies
(A unit of P C Training Institute Limited),
New Delhi, November 20, 2014 Significant Activities
Highways Research Station, Chennai, March Salary System of CRRI
17, 2015 Create new Module of CPF in Salary System
Intellectual Property Management Update Salary Bill
1. IP Filed Day to day changes
A Process of using Thermocol (Expanded Software Developed / Being Developed

Polystrene) Waste in Hot Bituminous Mixes Website on Event Management for IIRTF
for Road Construction, Shanta Kumar, Ajay Pal Website for the India International Road &
Singh, Devesh Tiwari, Kota Sitaramanjaneyelu Transportation Fair (IIRTF)
& Subhamay Gangopadhyay, May 9, 2014
(1258 DEL 2014) Android based App for IIRTF
Utilisation of PVC Pipe Waste in Modifying Salary System for CSIR-CRRI

Bitumen for Paving Application, Ambika Android based CSIR-CRRI application as a
Behl,Girish Sharma, Gajendra Kumar, Pramod micro-site of CRRI showing the details of the
Kumar Jain, Subhamay Gangopadhyay, May Divisions published on Google Play
23, 2014 (1368 DEL 2014) Android based Driving skill test application
Development of Electro Mechanical Field where one can test her driving skills
Density Gauge, Vasant Havangi, Anil Kumar undertaking a test of 25 questions published
Sinha, Rajesh Rana, Yogendra Kumar on Google Play.

Information, Liaison and Training HRD & Project Management
Regular Training Programme the user agencies. During the year, the Institute
conducted the following customer oriented training
Imparting training to the engineers of the user
programmes :
agencies is an integral part of the research
programme of the Institute. During the year, International Course on Data Acquisition
following refresher courses/training programmes and HDM-4 Application
for in-service engineers of the user organizations On the request of M/s Stanley Consultants India
related to roads and road transportation in the Govt. Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi, a special Training Programme
Public & Private Sectors were organized. Through on Data Acquisition and HDM-4 Application for
these programmes, the Institute imparted training the engineers of Govt of IRAQ was organised from
to the junior, middle and senior level engineers of June 16-27, 2014. During the programme hands
the user organizations and acquainted them with on Experience on HDM Software was given to the
the latest research based information on various participants for arriving decision making strategies
aspects of road and road transportation. for implementation of Highway Project.
Special Training Programme Project Preparation, SBD, Quality Assurance
Besides the regular training programmes, the and Maintenance of Rural Roads
Institute conducted customer oriented programmes On the request of National Rural Roads Development
to meet the specific training requirements of Agencies (NRRDA), CRRI successfully organized a
Duration with
Title of the Course
Dates
A. Pavement Engineering & Materials
Design, Construction and Maintenance of Flexible Pavements 21-25 July, 2014
Rigid Pavements: Design, Construction & Quality Control Aspects 08-12 Sep., 2014
Pavement Evaluation Techniques and their applications for Maintenance and

24-28 Nov., 2014
Rehabilitation
B. Road Development Planning & Management
Geo-Spatial Technology (GIS, GPS, RS etc) for Road and Transportation 05-08 Jan., 2015
C. Geotechnical Engineering
Geotechnical and Landslide Investigations for Highway Projects 25-29 Aug., 2014
D. Bridges & Structures
Bridge Diagnostics, Performance Evaluation and Rehabilitation 16-20 June, 2014
Bridge Design and Construction 13-17 Oct., 2014
E. Traffic & Transportation Planning
Traffic Engineering & Road Safety Audit 04-08 Aug., 2014
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Environmental Clearance Process

10-13 Nov., 2014
for Road & Highway Projects

HRD & Project Management Information, Liaison and Training
customized training programme for the engineers for Flexible and Rigid Pavements was organised for
involved in PMGSY (in five batches) as per details the Field Engineers of RED, UP from February 02-
given below: 07, 2015 at CSIR-CRRI, New Delhi.
i) June 30 - July 04, 2014 Quality Control and Quality Assurance for
ii) July 7-11, 2014 Roads and Bridges
iii) July 14-18, 2014 On request of RED, U.P., a customised training
programme on Quality Control and Quality
iv) Sept 1-5, 2014 Assurance for Roads and Bridges was organized
v) October 27-31, 2014 for the Field Engineers of RED, UP from February
16-21, 2015 at CSIR-CRRI, New Delhi.
International Course on Dissemination of
HDM-4 Good Practice in Highway Construction
A special Training Programme on Highway and Earthquake Resistance Structures /
Development and Management (HDM-4) was Buildings
organised from September 15-26, 2014, During the On request of RED, U.P., customised training
programme hands on Experience on HDM Software programme on Good Practice in Highway
was given to the participants for arriving decision Construction and Earthquake Resistance Structures/
making strategies for implementation of Highway Buildings for the Field Engineers of RED, UP was
Project. organized from March 09-14, 2015 at CSIR-CRRI,
Road Specification/ Soil Material Testing, New Delhi.
Problems-Solution in Road Construction Design, Construction & Maintenance for
and Latest Techniques Flexible and Rigid Pavements and Road
On the request of Uttar Pradesh Awas Evam Safety
Vikas Parishad, Lucknow, a customized training On the request of RCD, Bihar, a customized training
programme on Road Specification/ Soil Material programme on Design, Construction & Maintenance
Testing, Problems-Solution in Road Construction and for Flexible and Rigid Pavements and Road Safety
Latest Techniques was organized from September for the engineers of Road Construction Department,
19-20, 2014 at Lucknow. Bihar was organized from February 09-12, 2015 at
Road Safety Audit Patna.
On request of AECOM, a tailor made training Project Preparation, SBD, Quality Assurance,
programme on Road Safety Audit for the officials R&D & New Innovative Technology and
of NHAI Concessionair, Independent Engineer and Maintenance of Rural Roads including
AECOM, was organised from December 22-26, 2014
Environmental on Social Aspects
at CSIR-CRRI, New Delhi
On the request of NRRDA, New Delhi, a customized
Road Safety Aspect and Audit training programme on Project Preparation,
On request of Uttar Pradesh Public Works SBD, Quality Assurance, R&D & New Innovative
Department, a customised training programme on Technology and Maintenance of Rural Roads
Road Safety Aspect and Audit was organised for including Environmental on Social Aspects for
the engineer of PWD at Lucknow, from January 27- Field Engineers involved in PMGSY Project, was
28, 2015. organised at CSIR-CRRI, New Delhi from March 16-
20, 2015
Design, Construction & Maintenance for
Flexible and Rigid Pavements Quality Control, Supervision of Road Works
On request of RED, U.P., a customised training and Contract Management
programme on Design, Construction & Maintenance On the request of NRRDA, New Delhi, a customized

training programme on Quality Control, Supervision preparation and compilation of the General Report
of Road Works and Contract Management for on Road Research work done in India during the
the Engineers of Ethiopian Roads Authority, was year 2013-2014. Based on the input received
organised at CSIR-CRRI, New Delhi from March 23- from organizations including CRRI, the report
27, 2015. was compiled in six sections, namely, Highway
Planning, Management, Performance Evaluation
Human Resource Development Programme
and Instrumentation; Pavement Engineering
Human resource development is a philosophy and Paving Materials; Geotechnical Engineering;
of management and is purported to upgrade the Bridge Engineering; Traffic and Transportation
capabilities and professional skills of the personnel and Research work done in Academic Institutions
working in an organization to match the changing related to Thesis Work. The suggestions received
work demands. To enhance the professional from the scientists of the various R&D areas were
capabilities of scientists and scientific staff for incorporated and the report was finally compiled
undertaking the R&D work in frontline areas of and edited by CRRI as the General Report on Road
highway engineering and with the urge to develop Research work done in India which was published
technologies which have competitive edge and as Highway Research Record Number 36 by Indian
marketable strength, CRRI has been devoted in Roads Congress. The report was presented by CRRI
human resources development. Realizing the in 75th Annual session of Indian Roads Congress at
need for skill development and capacity building Bhubaneshwar from January 18-22, 2014.
of the human resources, training programmes
were selected. Staff members received specialized CRRI Newsletter
training in the areas of their expertise to cope up During the year, three issues of CRRI Newsletter
with the challenging assignments. The details of were brought out. The Newsletter contains
those who attended various training programme information related to R&D activities and other
and the specialized areas of training are given on general information related to the Institute.
page 170-171.
Other Activities
Publications
Mailing of Publications
CRRI Annual Report for the Year 2013-2014
The Institutes R&D publications such as CRRI
The report is the profile of achievements of the Annual Report and CRRI Newsletter were sent to
Institute during the year 2013-2014. It also serves highway professionals, engineering & academic
as a medium to acquaint the user agencies, clients organizations in the country and abroad. The
and the other related organizations in the roads and publications are meant to disseminate R&D based
road transportation research with R&D and other information to the highway engineering profession.
concomitant activities of the Institute. Progress
reports of the R&D work and other related activities Technical Queries
during the year from the various divisions/sections Technical queries concerning the R&D activities and
of the Institute was collected, compiled, edited and technical know-how of the Institute were attended.
brought out as Institutes Annual Report for the year Information on various technologies developed by
2013-14. the Institute were sent to a number of organizations
General Report on Road Research Work dealing with databases, technology transfer and
consultancy assignments pertaining to roads and
Done in India during 2013-2014
road transportation.
The progress reports on R&D and consultancy
projects involving innovative ideas at the highway Press Publicity
engineering, research and development and Various local presses approached CRRI for
academic institutions from all over the country information on research & developments and studies
were received from the Indian Roads Congress for carried out by the Institute on roads, flyovers,

bridges etc. The needed information was provided National Conference on Transport Noise and
to the press for the purpose of publicity. Abatement on July 16, 2014 at New Delhi.
Press clipping pertaining to road and road transport 2. 5th Regional SARF/IRF 2014 Conference for
in particular and Science and Technology in general Africa on Better Roads, Moving Africa &
were culled out from various National dailies and Trade exhibitions organized by South Africa
were brought to the notice of the Director and Road Federation (SARF) in association with
circulated to staff members for information, if International Road Federation (IRF) at Pretoria,
needed. These were also compiled in the form of South Africa during September 2-4, 2014.
document. 3. Technical Exhibition on the occasion of
Publicity through CRRI Advertisement Seminar on Sustainable Green Innovations
in Construction & 4th Convocation and
To popularise the Institute past R&D achievements Engineers Day celebration organized by
and present R&D programmes, capabilities, Institution of Civil Engineers (India), New
facilities and expertise, the Institute issued various Delhi on September 15, 2014 at New Delhi.
advertisements at various forums. One such forum
was the scientific documents brought out by various 4. IGC Conference 2014 on Geo-technique for
organizations on different occasions. The Institute inclusive Development of India (GEOIND)
got published its various advertisements in the Kakinada, December 18-20, 2014.
documents brought out by the various organizations 5. Traffic Infra Tech. Expo organized by M/s
on the different occasions. Virtual Info Systems Pvt. Ltd, January 7-9,
2015.
Publication of Research Outputs
6. Annual session of Indian Roads Congress,
Research outputs i.e. Research Papers emanating Bhubneshwar, January 18-22, 2015.
from the R&D work were processed for publication
in various National & International Journals/ Visitors
Conferences through internal review system. Cases Visits of distinguished professionals and delegates
pertaining to deputation of CRRI Scientists to attend from various organizations related to road
various Conference/Symposia were processed and transportation from India and abroad to CRRI were
attended. organized during the year.
ISTAG Activities Linkages with Professional Bodies
The scientists of the Institute were deputed abroad The Institute is represented as the Institutional
under various collaborative, exchange and bilateral Member on the various technical, executive and
programme of CSIR to participate in various administrative committees and groups of various
conferences/symposia/seminar/study programme National and Foreign Organizations. These
and to attend advanced equipment training. organizations maintain their databases including
Exhibitions R&D activities, Organizational Heads, etc. of the
Member Institutions and regularly seek the updated
The Institute participated in the following information. The updated information on CRRI
exhibitions and depicted its expertise, capabilities were provided to various organizations and the
and R&D achievements. annual subscriptions were paid to continue the
1. Technical Exhibition on the occasion of CSIR- membership. The Institutional membership of the
CRRI Foundation Day and Organization of Institute is given on page 187.

Skill Development Programme
Skill Development Programme for Assistants Workshop on Team Building, March 13, 2015
Workshop on Change Management, March 20, 2015 Workshop on Use of Changer, May 23, 2014

Visit of Foreign Delegation at CRRI
Visit of Afghan delegation at CRRI
Visit of delegation from University of Tokyo, Japan
Visit of Ethiopian delegation at CRRI

Organisation of Training Programme at CRRI



CRRI participation in 5th Regional SARF/IRF 2014 Conference,

September 2-4, 2014 at Pretoria, South Africa
Presentation on General Report on Road Research work done in

India at 75th Annual Session of Indian Road Congress A view of CRRI pavilion in the IRC Session at Bhubaneshwar

Organisation of Training Programme on Road Construction for Engineers of

UP Avaas Avam Vikas Parishad, September 19-20, 2014

Training at CRRI

MOU signing ceremony
A Technical Presentation at CRRI
Presentation by Vectra Germany

Documentation and Library Services
Prof. S.R. Mehra Library Access to International and National

Prof. S.R. Mehra library provides information Databases
services to the staff of the Institute in the field of Access to national and international databases like
traffic, transportation and highway engineering. TRIS, IRRD, TRANSDOC from TRANSPORT CD,
The library has a collection of over 90,000 has been provided through CD for quick retrieval
publications including books, reference books, of information. BSI Eurocodes in Civil Engineering
periodicals, conference proceedings, technical has been installed on Intranet.
reports standards specifications, microfilms, maps,
CD-ROM databases, video cassettes etc. Access to E-Journals
Access to full text E-Journals is being provided
Bibliographic Services through Internet from various publishers like WOS,
Literature searches were carried out and ASCE, ASTM Digital Library, Taylor & Francis,
bibliographic service was provided on request to Wiley, ICE, Springer, etc.
researchers of CRRI on topics related to highway
engineering and transportation.
Computerisation of Documentation and
Library Services
Reference Service Database is being developed for the publications
Specific information provided on more than one received in the library. OPAC has been installed on
hundred reference queries. Intranet to search the database of CRRI Library.
Collection Development E-CART Bulletin - Current Awareness in

Publications like books, periodicals, conference Roads & Transport
proceedings, technical reports, CD-ROM databases, A monthly current awareness service containing
standards related to roads, transport and related scanned content page of the current journals received
areas etc, were acquired for updating the library in the library is e-mailed to individual scientists
collection. to make them abreast of latest developments in the
field of transportation and highway engineering.
Technical Processing
Library Statistics
Publications added to the collection were classified,
catalogued, indexed and well maintained for Books added during the period 173
efficient retrieval. (01.04.2014 - 31.03.2015)
Total No. of books as on 31.03.2014 55666
Professional Development
Maps 688
Information on refresher and training courses and
workshops etc. available in the field of highway Microforms 655
engineering and related areas were recorded and Videocassettes 122
displayed regularly for the benefit of the users. Periodicals titles received regularly 75

Computer & Networking R & D Support Services
LAN Hardware The information related with all the division

including the equipment list are also available.
The Lab level ERP Implementation is
Essential forms, compliant request formats and
completed and Storage was configured in
various application formats are available at CRRI
CRRI end.5 Nos. of IBM x 3650 servers and
Intranet.
FUJITSU - ETERNUS DX440 SAN system
with scalable 20TB storage capacity were Updates of information related to CRRI such as
installed for the same. The schematic diagram scientific, administration, training programmes,
of CRRI computer Centre SAN is shown in events, tenders, history, recruitment and other
the Fig. 168, Integration of the above storage activities, etc. are being done regularly in the official
with RDM SAN is under anvil. website of CRRI. i.e www.crridom.gov.in.
HP Proliant ML 570 and ML 350 (Xeon Quad Installation and configuration of various Scientific
Processor) hardware platforms are used for Softwares like ARC-GIS , Mx-Road, HDM, NISA,
server activities (DNS, ADS, WSUS Update Heads & SPSS also provided.
Server, Proxy Server and NMS Server). More
The E-Mail facility for all the staff of this Institute is
than 400 LAN I/O points are operational.
also available.
Implementation of FG-800C UTM Multi-
The Computer Training programme for Group II
Threat Security Appliance is under process
staff was also conducted to sensitize the computer
PGRPE Building is connected through Wi-fi to literacy for ERP readiness. Computer facility to all
CRRI LAN and the expansion plan of CRRI Training programmes & Seminars/ Conferences etc
LAN to Guest House Wing-1 and Wing-2, organized at CRRI is also provided.
Canteen, Main Store and Stores is under
The Corporate Antivirus Solutions is provided
process.
against the Campus wide Antivirus protect , Web
Softwares and IT Services reputation, URL Filtering etc to all the servers and
nodes.
Intranet service (http://CRRINET) provides Online
Library Search (Web OPAC) , BIS Searching facility, Video Conferencing facility is operated and
Transport Database, Links for E-Journal Driver maintained by the centre and It is available in all
Testing Software and CRRI Online Salary System. CSIR lab level meeting.

R & D Support Services Computer & Networking
Fig. 168

Mechanical Engineering Support R & D Support Services
The Division is responsible for: ii. Various prototype Gym Equipment were
fabricated for the health benefits of CRRI
1. Design and Development of Mechanical
staff.
Equipment required by R&D divisions for
carrying out Sponsored, In-house R&D and
Consultancy services.
2. Repair and maintenance of R&D equipment
(Mechanical & Electrical).
3. Air conditioner repairs and maintenance.
4. Operation and maintenance of Air conditioning
plants.
5. Repair and maintenance of Infrastructural
Facilities including furniture
6. Book Binding
7. Training
8. Contribution in different R&D and research
projects
9. Participation in extracurricular activities
Design and Development
During the period under report the division was
involved in the design and development of the
following:
i. Various modifications were done to meet
out the onsite requirements on Pneumatic
Camera Hoisting Machine for videography of
intersections for Indo HCM project
iii. A waterproof cabin was fabricated on the

request of Manager Guest House
iv. Enclosures with gate were fabricated and
fitted at Guest House for the safety of guests
( Scrap material was used in all of the above reported fabrications)

R & D Support Services Mechanical Engineering Support
iv. Fabrication of Moulds for beam casting for

BAS division.
Contribution in Different R&D Projects

Repair of R&D and other equipment
Contributed substantially in the following projects
1. Pneumatic Camera Hoisting Equipment
Idling Fuel Consumption Studies under 12th
2. Automatic Soil Compaction Machine five year plans ELSIM project. Various cities
3. Compression Machine have been identified for carrying out the study.
Participated in studies at Delhi and CSIR-
4. Automatic Bitumen Compactors
AMPRI, Bhopal, CSIR-NCL Pune, CSIR-IMT,
5. Core Cutting Machine Chandigarh, CSIR-CSIO, Chandigarh, CSIR-
6. CBR Moulds CLRI, Chennai, CSIR-SERC, Chennai, Parul
Institute of Engineering, Vadodara project.
7. UTM
Involved in GAP Acceptance Studies and
Around 230 job card related to repairs and fabrication
Pedestrian Movement Study under INDO-
were completed during the reported period.
HCM project. Videography for this project is
being done with the help of camera hoisting
equipment repaired and modified by the
division there by resulting in huge amount of
savings on each site.
Air conditioner Repairs and
Maintenance
Undertakes in-house repair and maintenance
of approximately 350 air conditioners of the
Institute.
The division is also supervising Operation
and Maintenance of Air Conditioning Plant.

Civil Engineering Support Estate Services
The Civil Engineering Section of the Institute has 3. Renovation of GTE shed-2.
the following major activities:- 4. Whitewashing and painting of caretaker
1) Excellence in providing the best R&D residence & Canteen.
Infrastructure 5. Renovation of room no 128 B , MES division
2) Maintaining the essential services Aluminiam partition Vigilance section and
The Civil Engineering section is responsible for painting work, SO room Personal cell.
the construction and maintenance of all Civil 6. Providing and Fixing Aluminiam partition in
Engineering assets, viz all buildings of the office the room no 159 and Aluminum door in the
campus , water supply and sanitary installations, room no 161 D of FP division.
Cleaning & hygienic services, Pest Control services, 7. Refilling of fire extinguishers cylinders.
Firefighting equipment installations, Building
assets & property tax management, arrangement of 8. P/F fire extinguishers, fire hydrant & fire
seminars, lectures etc at Council hall, Auditorium, escape stair.
C.V.Raman Conference hall. Maintaining inventory 9. Construction of open shed for air pollution
of furnitures, electrical installations etc. for the monitoring van of ES division.
general areas etc.
10. Sanitation & Upkeeping Services of CRRI
During the year following works have been executed Institute Building (Annual Contract).
in the Institute
11. Providing & Controlling the Larvae, Fogging,
1. Renovation of TMBD, SBI, Conference room, Rodent &Termite through spraying at CRRI,
toilet and Civil Section ground floor rooms New Delhi (Annual Contract).
CRRI.
12. Development of Rain Water Harvesting system
2. Development of Infrastructure for the lab. at CRRI.
of Sustainable Transportation (SUSTRANS)
CRRI.

Quality Management
Quality Management Divison is responsible to as defined in the Quality Manual and the Quality
ensure that IS/ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System Procedures were focused. The non-
System operates effectively and efficiently in the conformity reports (NCR) and corrective action
Institute. Besides, adopting higher level of quality report (CAR) were communicated to the auditees for
standards in the working of the Institute is also ensuring the corrective and preventive actions. The
the mandate of the divison during the year, the actions taken by the auditees were verified during
division was engaged in conducting internal quality the subsequent audit and NCs were closed.
audits: discussing the findings of the audit in the The Internal Quality Audit of the Institute was
management review committee meetings; ensuring carried out during September 27 -30 ,2014 to check
the Institutes readiness for the external audits to whether the IS/ISO 9001:2008 QMS is effectively
be conductied by certification agency i.e Bureau of and efficiently in place in the Institute. The audit
Indian Standards (BIS) for the survellance audit for findings were discussed in the Management Review
higher level of quality standards in the working of Meeting.
the Institute.
Internal Quality Audits (IQA) Management Review Meeting (MRM)
After the internal quality audits, the findings of the
The Internal Quality Audits are systematic
audit and its reports were discussed in the detail
and independent examination of the system to
in the Management Review Committee. Besides the
determine whether the planned arrangements are
finding of the audits, the gray areas related to the
implemented effectively and are suitable to achieve
functioning of the Institute were also discussed and
the objectives.The audit was carried out by trained
resolved to ensure that Institutes work is carried
quality auditors of the Institute with the following
out as per the planned arrangements. The Quality
objective:
Policies and Quality Objectives were reviewed to
l To determine the conformity or non-conformity make them in line with each other keeping in view
of the quality system elements with specified the mandate of Institute. The Quality Objectives
requirements. were renewed to ensure that they are quantifiable
l To determine the effectiveness of the and measureable to meet the QMS requirement.
implemented quality system in meeting the
specified quality objectives.
Modification and Updation of Quality System
Procedure (QSPs)
l To provide the auditee with an opportunity to
improve the quality system. The Quality System Procedures the procedures
(QSPs) of the division /section activities were in
l To meet regulatory requirements. place since February 2003. Since then many changes
During the internal audit, two aspects namely the i.e., addition / deletion in the procedures have been
requirements of the quality management system done. The QSPs were modified and updated.

Rajbhasha
Different types of activities were conducted to so of documents. Assistance was offered to various
to ensure the compliance of the official language areas with respect of Hindi correspondence and
policy of the Union Government. Rajbhasha preparation of technical reports, abstracts, work
Section continued in its endeavor to promote the reports etc. in Hindi. Scientists actively participated
official language in day-to- day routine work as and presented their papers in Hindi at different
well as official work of permanent nature. For Seminars organised by CSIR Labs as well as other
this, Official Language Implementation Committee government organisations. Scientists were awarded
(OLIC) meetings were organized on quarterly basis cash incentives and certificates for the papers which
and follow up actions were taken on the decisions were published in Hindi during the last year.
taken in these meetings. Various incentive schemes Rajbhasha Section also helped scientists in preparing
were implemented in the Institute and Employees lectures/presentations related to their research work
doing remarkable work in Hindi were given cash in Hindi. Lectures on various subjects related to R&D
incentives as well as certificates of commendation. work of the Institute were delivered by the scientists
Hindi Day & Hindi Week were celebrated to in Hindi which was organized on a monthly basis.
enhance official language use in day to day work. A To encourage the staff to do more and more work in
large number of staff took participation in different Hindi Hindi workshops were organized in every
competitions organized during the Hindi Week. quarter of the year. To promote Official Language
Cash prize and certificates were also distributed to Policy and to assist employees of the Institute to
the winners. write and express themselves in Hindi, Eleventh
In accordance with the official language policy of issue of Sarak Darpan, the scientific magazine of
Govt. of India, Rajbhasha section assisted other CRRI has been finalized and is under the process of
sections in the translation work of different type publication.
Hindi Saptah Samaroh, September 8-15, 2014

Other Activities of
the Institute
Events Other Activities of the Institute
National Workshop on Fuel Efficiency with M/s. Geobrugg India Pvt. Ltd., Gurgaon, on
Standards of Heavy Duty Vehicles in India April 9, 2014 at CRRI.
A National Workshop on Fuel Efficiency Standards Workshop on Use of CHANGER

of Heavy Duty Vehicles in India was organised at On the request of International Road Federation
CSIR-CRRI on April 1, 2014. The workshop was (India Chapter) New Delhi, CSIR-CRRI organized
attended by a total of 34 delegates from a number a Training-cum-Workshop on Use of CHANGER
of agencies/organisations viz. Bureau of Energy at CRRI on May 23, 2014. Dr. P.K. Nanda, Ex-
Efficiency (BEE); Former Member Secretary, CPCB; Director, CRRI gave a presentation on Green House
TERI University; Voice NGO; PCRA; HART; Ministry Gas Emission and its impact. In the afternoon a
of Health; Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation presentation-cum-demo of software CHANGER
and CSIR-CRRI. Dr. Ajay Mathur, Director General, was made by Ms. Tomosi of ICT, New Delhi.
Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), GoI delivered
the keynote address. In his address, he stated that it Anti-terrorism Day
is a beginning step in dealing with the Heavy Duty Anti-terrorism Day is observed each year in
Vehicles in the country. He congratulated both the the country on 21st May to wean away people
Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation as well as specifically the youth from terrorism and cult of
CSIR-CRRI for conducting this study. He stressed violence by enlightening the suffering of common
that the study is the need of hour to reduce the people. To observe the anti-terrorism day, a pledge
emissions from Road Transport sector, and increase was taken by the officers and staff members of the
the fuel efficiency of Heavy Duty Vehicle. Institute.
Shri Krishan Dhawan, CEO - Shakti Sustainable World Environment Day
Energy Foundation stated the importance of the
study as well as the results/recommendations made The Institute celebrated World Environment
for the Heavy Duty Vehicles towards ensuring Day on June 4, 2014. Prof. Arun K. Attri, Dean,
efficient road transport system. School of Environmental Sciences, Jawahar Lal
University, New Delhi was the Chief Guest on this
Shri Chinmaya Acharya, Chief of Programmes, occassion. Prof. Attri delivered a lecture on Climate
Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation gave as Change??? which was attended by the staff of the
overview of activities of Shakti Sustainable Energy Institute.
Foundation.
A Conclave on Development and Management
Subsequently, the study findings were presented
by Dr. Kayitha Ravinder and Dr. Errampalli Madhu
of Border Roads-Problems, Constraints,
from CSIR-CRRI. Dr. B. Sengupta, Former Member Challenges and Appropriate Solutions
Secretary, CPCB appreciated the study and results A Conclave on Development and Management of
obtained and mentioned that it is a very good Border Roads - Problems, Constraints, Challenges
attempt in this area. However, he stated that the and Appropriate Solutions was organized on June
latest emission factors developed by ARAI (ICAP) 16, 2014 at CRRI. In the conclave, eight major
can be used to estimate the emission loads and the technical problems in which CRRI can associate
emission norms proposed shall be taken in line with with BRO were identified. Dr S. Gangopadhyay,
Draft Auto Fuel Policy & Vision - 2025 document. Director, CRRI welcomed the dignitaries and
delivered the welcome address which was attended
Workshop on Online Designing & Dimensioning
by Dr P.S. Ahuja, DG, CSIR; Lt. Gen. A T Patnaik,
Tool for Designing Slope Stabilization DGBR, BRO; Dr R.K. Bhandari, Ex-Head ISTAD,
Solutions CSIR and large number of participants. The conclave
A half day Workshop on Online Designing & was also attended by Dr Sanjeev Ranjan, Secretary,
Dimensioning Tool for Designing Slope Stabilization BRDB; Prof B.R. Madhav, Chairman, CRRI research
Solutions (Ruvolum )was organized in association council; officers from BRO, PWDs of NER states,

Other Activities of the Institute Events
DTRL, MoRTH, SASE, CSMRS and concerned sister Workshop on Rural Roads
laboratories of CSIR. During the inaugural session,
On the request of National Rural Road Development
Dr P.S. Ahuja, DGCSIR appreciated the working of
Agency, a workshop on Rural Roads was organized
BRO and stressed upon the element of Tunneling to
on June 17-18, 2014. The workshop was attended
be looked at very rigorously in hill roads to avoid the
by senior level officers of various states along with
landslide. Lt. General A.T Patnaik, DGBR desired
CEOs / E-in-Cs /CEs and officials of Ministry of
that scientific topic for research should be taken up
Rural Development.
to bring about scientific and engineering solutions.
Dr R.K Bhandari in his remarks stressed on the need Celebration of CSIR-CRRI Foundation Day
to rapidly restore roads and bridges after occurance and Organization of National Conference on
of any disaster. He insisted on appropriate policies Transport Noise and Abatement Measures
and strategies for construction and maintenance of
roads in border areas and emphasized on the need to CSIR-CRRI Foundation Day was celebrated on
conduct special training programme for BRO officers. July 16, 2014. As part of celebration of CSIR-CRRI
During the Technical Sessions-I & II, presentations Foundation day, a two days conference-cum-
were made by Brig. Kattarya, BRO and Shri Mehta, exposition on Transport Noise and Abatement
CE, BRO. Border roads organisations subsequently Measures was organized which brought together
referred to CRRI following eight major problems researchers, academicians, implementing agencies,
of current concern on various border roads. Out of engineers and production units on one platform
which, four have been given as priority I and other to share their knowledge and experience. The
four as Priority II. conference was inaugurated by Sh. Mangu Singh,
Managing Director, DMRC, New Delhi and was
Priority I attended by a galaxy of Transportation professionals.
1. Surfacing of Roads in Wild Life Area (Gangotri The workshop was conducted over five Technical
National Park) sessions encompassing presentations by the
professionals of CSIR-CRRI, IIT etc. on following
2. Landslide Investigation, Analysis and Design themes :
of Permanent Remedial Measures for its
prevention at Lambagarh, Kaliasaur & Pangi Noise Modelling and Mapping
3. Alignment of Sasoma-Saserla Road Guidelines for Noise Barrier
4. Technology for use of locally available material Industry Presentation

in road construction Noise Barrier Design and Case Studies
Priority II Noise Pollution Related Issues
1. Snow Avalanche arresting on Manali-Sarchu A technical exhibition displaying the technologies/
(M-S) Road products developed by CRRI and private
organizations was also organized.
2. Solution for 240m Bridge of Road D-S-DBO
3. Design of Standard Readymade Erosion
Hindi Saptah
Protection Structures Hindi Saptah was organized from September
8-15, 2014 at CSIR-CRRI, New Delhi. Several
4. Design of Gravity Paved Blocks for Roads in
competitions like Essay writing, Technical paper
Snow Bound Areas : Road Surfacing using
presentation, Hindi poster, Debate and Hindi
Paved Blocks on Zojila.
speech were organized during the week. A
Subsequent to the conclave CRRI has taken total of about 120 employees took part in these
immediate steps to investigate the priority competitions. Hindi Saptah was inaugurated by Dr.
areas and has submitted the project proposals S. Gangopadhyay, Director, CSIR-CRRI who dwelt
to BRO for further necessary action. upon the role of Hindi in official work and the need

to ensure its progressive use in day to day work. On Workshop on Development of Greener Roads
September 15, 2014 Prof. (Dr.) Keshari Lal Verma,
International Road Federation (India Chapter) in
Chairman, Commission for Scientific and Technical
association with MoRTH and CRRI organized a
Terminology, Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India graced
Workshop on Development of Greener Roads on
the occasion as Chief Guest in the closing ceremony
Oct 15, 2015 at CSIR-CRRI. The Workshop was
and prize distribution function. Prizes were given
inaugurated by Shri. S.N. Das, Director General,
away to winners of different competitions and also
MoRTH. About seventy participants which included
to all those employees who published their research
Consultants, Contractors, Scientists etc, attended
papers in Hindi and had done commendable official
the workshop.
work in Hindi.
Vigilance Awareness Week
CSIR Foundation Day
Vigilance Awareness Week was observed at CSIR-
CSIR Foundation Day was celebrated on September
CRRI during Oct 27 to Nov 1, 2014. On Oct. 27, a
26, 2014 in which Shri V.L. Patankar, Director,
pledge administered by Dr. P.K. Jain, Chief Scientist
Indian Academy of Highway Engineers (IAHE),
was taken by the staff members for maintaining
Noida was the Chief Guest of the main function.
integrity and continue to strive in bring about
Shri Patankar delivered the Foundation Day Lecture
transparency in all spheres of life. Banners and
on Road Development in India and highlighted
posters were displayed at the prime locations in
the Road development process since Independence;
the premise of Institute. A lecture on Corruption:
CRRIs contribution in Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak
Violation of Human Rights was delivered on this
Yojana and development of standards etc. Prizes
occasion by Sh. Anil Kumar Parashar, Joint Registrar
were given away by the Chief Guest to the winners
(Law), NHRC. Several events such as Debate
of various competitions organized earlier for the
competition on Mitigation of Corruption by using
children of employees. The employees of CRRI who
Modern Technology; Slogan writing competition
had completed 25 years of service in CSIR and all
on Child Labour and Essay writing competition
those who had retired during September 2013 to
on Importance of Relevance of Science in Human
August 2014 were also honoured and mementoes
Life Indian Scenario were organized earlier for
presented to them by the Chief Guist. The function
the staff members and winners of these competitions
was graced by invited Guests, fellow scientists and
were awarded on this occasion.
employees and ex-colleagues of CRRI.
Swachh Bharat Mission Workshop on New Materials/Technologies
A cleanliness campaign is being run by the Govt. of
in Rural Roads for STAs of North Eastern
India which has been initiated by the Honble Prime States
Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi on Oct. 2, 2014. The A Workshop on New Materials / Technologies in
main objectives of Swachh Bharat Mission are to Rural Roads for State Technical Agencies (STAs) of
bring about improvements in well being of general North-Eastern States was organised at Guwahati,
public by promoting quality of life, cleanliness, Assam jointly by CSIR-Central Road Research
hygiene and eliminating open defecation. On Oct Institute and Assam Road Research and Training
2, 2014, the Institute was kept open for the staff Institute, Government of Assam on December 2-3,
members. Banners for Swachh Bharat Mission with 2014. The programme was sponsored by National
appropriate slogans were displayed. A pledge was Rural Road Development Agency (NRRDA).
taken by the staff members. A special derive for About 30 participants comprising of STA Faculty
cleaning of offices/ rooms / laboratories including and Engineers implementing PMGSY projects in
corridors, galleries etc. was made by the staff North-Eastern States attended the Workshop. The
members, senior officers of Administration and programme was inaugurated by the Chief Secretary,
Scientists of R&D divisions including Director, Government of Assam. Several scientists from
CSIR-CRRI. CRRI made presentations in the workshop covering

new materials and new technologies which can be Visit of Parliamentary Committee on Official
adopted for PMGSY works. Language
Technology Transfer Event The Parliamentary Committee on official language
Technology Transfer event was organized on Dec headed by Dr. Satyanarayan Jatiya, Honble Member
5, 2014 at this Institute. On this day agreements of Parliament (Rajyasabha) visited and reviewed the
were signed for the transfer of two technologies work done by the Institute in Official Language on
viz; PATCHFILL Machine for quick, safe and December 31, 2014.
economic repair of Potholes and; SETUCARE In his welcome address, Dr. S. Gangopadhyay,
An electromechnical device mounted on truck Director, CRRI gave a brief account of Scientific/
which provide access to hidden parts of bridges or Technical/ Administrative work carried out by
similar infrastructure for their proper inspection. the Institute in Hindi, The committee made point
Presentations on the Technologies were made by wise analysis and reviewed the progressive use of
Dr. R.K. Garg and Shiksha Swaroopa; Scientists of Hindi in the Institute on the basis of inspection,
the Institute respectively. The event was attended questionnaire related to official language.
by following dignitaries: Earlier, the committee went through the exhibition
Dr. P.S. Ahuja, Director-General, CSIR material displayed by the Institute. Which included
Prof. D.V. Singh, Former Director publications such as Sadak Darpan, Annual Report,
Telephone Directory etc. brought out by the CRRI in
Prof. D.N. Trikha, Former Director, CSIR-
Hindi. The Committee appreciated the work done
SERC
by CRRI in official language.
Dr. I.K. Pateria, Former Director (Technical),
NRRDA Interactive Session on Road Safety Issues
and Challenges in India
Workshop on Aspects of Road Safety in
To showcase and promote Australian Road Safety
Sikkim
expertise to the premier Road Research Organizations
A workshop was organised jointly by CSIR-CRRI in India, an Australian delegation comprising 25
and Motor Vehicle Division, Transport Department, ABWI Transport Road Safety Delegates visited CRRI
Govt. of Sikkim at Gangtok on Aspects of Road on Jan 13, 2015. Dr. S. Gangopadhyay, Director,
Safety in Sikkim on December 08, 2014. Shri D.T. while welcoming the delegates made presentations
Lepctia, Honble Minister, Transport Department, on CRRIs activities and achievements etc. An
Govt. of Sikkim was the Chief Guest. The inaugural Interactive session, moderated by Dr. Grayson
address was delivered by Shri T.T. Sherpa, Special Perry, Trade Commissioner, Austrade provided
Secretary, Transport Department. Shri A.K. an opportunity for Australian delegates to make a
Shrivastava, Additional Chief Secretary, Govt. of brief pitch and present their capabilities, Areas of
Sikkim and Col. Raman Kakkar, Director (W), GREF, potential opportunities for further collaboration
addressed the delegates and highlighted various and Q&A session was highlighted. The session was
important aspects related to road safety. At the concluded by Dr. Grayson Perry followed by visit to
outset, Sh. T.K. Amla, Head, Information, Liaison and the various laboratories of CSIR-CRRI. The event was
Training giving brief about the training workshop. also attended by the Area Advisors, HODs and senior
The Workshop was attended by sixty participants, Scientists of the Institute. Earlier, a Gala reception
which also included members of State Road Safety was hosted by the Australian Minister for Trade and
Council and District Road Safety Committee. The Investment Mr. Andraw Robb AO MP at Delhi to
workshop was conducted over two technical open Australian Business Week in India (ABWI).
sessions encompassing technical presentations by
the Scientists of CSIR-CRRI, Faculty from AIIMS, Celebration of Road Safety week
New Delhi, Transport Department and Traffic Police, Road safety week is celebrated to create awareness
Gangtok, Sikkim. amongst people about the importance and essence

of road safety rules. It also focuses on creating a database management system on road inventory
awareness as to how simple steps can save the lives and pavement condition for Ring Road and Outer
of thousands of people dying every year just because Ring Road towards maintaining and managing roads
they are not aware of first aid techniques which is at a desired level of serviceability. As part of this
badly needed in the event of medical emergencies. study, training-cumworkshop was organized on Jan
CSIR-CRRI celebrated Road Safety Week during 13, 2015 which was attended by about 50 Engineers
Jan. 11-17, 2015. On Jan. 13, 2015, Dr. Amit Gupta, of Delhi PWD.
Surgeon, AIIMS, Trauma Centre, delivered a talk
on Emergency Response: Handling and Transfer National Science Day
of Road Crash Victims at the Institute, which was
To commemorate the discovery of Raman Effect
attended by a large number of staff members.
made by Sir C.V. Raman, the Institute celebrated
Training-cum-Workshop on Development of National Science Day on March 2, 2015. Prof.
Database Management System on Inventory S.K. Bhattacharya, Director, CSIR-CBRI Roorkee,
graced the occasion and delivered National Science
and Condition of Delhi PWD Roads (Ring
Day Lecture. In his lecture, Prof. Bhattacharya
Road and Outer Ring Road) mentioned several indicators which make city a
Public Works Department, Govt. of Delhi had smart city. He stressed the need to develop alternate
Instituted a study at CSIR-CRRI which is aimed to technologies towards saving natural resources.
develop a Database Management System on Road Dr. S. Gangopadhyay, Director, CSIR-CRRI also
Inventory and Pavement Condition for a length of highlighted the background of celebrating National
about 100 kms covering Ring Road and Outer Ring Science Day. Sh. T.K. Amla, proposed the Vote of
Road. The overall objective of this study was to Thanks and conveyed greatfulness to Chief Guest
evaluate the road condition and the reafter develop for sparing his valuable time.

Glimpses of National Workshop on Fuel Efficiency Standards of

Heavy Dury Vehicles in India, April 1, 2014

Celebration of CSIR-CRRI Foundation Day &

National Conference on Transport Noise and Abatement Measures
July 16, 2014

Conclave on Development and management of Border Roads-Problems, Constraints, Challenges and Appropriate Solutions, June 16, 2014
World Environment Day celebration on June 4, 2014
Celebration of Independence Day Function at CRRI, August 15, 2014

CSIR Foundation Day

Workshop on Rural Roads organised for NRRDA, June 17-18, 2014
Workshop on New Materials/Technologies in Rural Roads for STAs of North Eastern States, December 2-3, 2014
Workshop on Development of Greener Roads, October 15, 2015 organised jointly by CRRI, IRF (India Chapter) and MoRTH

Celebration of Road Safety week, January 11-17, 2015
Workshop on Aspects of Road safety in Sikkim organised for Interactive Session on Road Safety Issues and Challenges in India
Transport Department, Govt. of Sikkim at Gangtok, with Austrade, Australia, January 13, 2015
December 8, 2014
Interactive Session on Road Safety Issues and Challenges in India with Austrade, Australia, January 13, 2015

Celebration of National Science Day, March 2, 2015
Celebration of Vigilance Awareness Week, November 1, 2014
Cleanliness Campaign at CRRI under Swachh Bharat Mission, October 2, 2014

Technology Transfer Event of PATCHFILL & SETUCARE

December 5, 2014

Visit of Parliamentary Committee on Official Language

December 31, 20 14

Glimpses of Research Council Meetings at CRRI

Celebration of New Year Function
Meeting of Road Research Managers of AFCAP/ASCAP, February 26, 2015 at Pretoria, South Africa
Training-cum-workshop on Development of Database Management System, PWD Roads, January 13, 2015

Honour/Awards Other Activities of the Institute
Dr. S. Gangopadhyay, Director, CSIR-CRRI, Certificate for their Paper entitled
has been conferred Distinguished Alumnus Characterisation of Jarofix Waste Materials
Award by the Institute of Engineering Science for the Construction of Road Published in
& Technology (IIEST), Shibpur, in recognition Journal of Highway Research Board. The
of brilliant contributions made by him in award was given during 75th IRC Session held
Science & Technology. at Bhubneshwar during Jan 18-22, 2015.
Dr. Pankaj Gupta, Sh. A.K. Sinha, Dr. Vasant G. Sh. K. Sitaramanjaneyulu and Dr. Purnima
Havanagi and Sh. Sudhir Mathur, Scientists Parida have been elected as the Council
were awarded commendation certificate by Members during 75th IRC Session at
Indian Roads Congress for their paper entitled Bhubaneshwar.
Probable Causes and Corrective Measures of Sh. R.K. Panigrahi has been awarded
Landslide on Aizawl - Lunglei Road (NH-54) Rashtriya Gaurav Award by IIFS, New Delhi
Mizoram, published in Highway Research on November 24, 2014.
Journal Vol. 6 No.2. The award was given
Dr. S.Velmurugan, Scientist was bestowed
during 75th IRC Session held at Bhubaneshwar
with the Outstanding Scientist Medal by
during Jan 18-22, 2015.
the Construction Industry Development
Sh. A.K. Sinha, Dr. V.G. Havangi, S/Sh. V.K. Council (CIDC). The award was given
Arora, Alok Ranjan and Sudhir Mathur during Vishvakarma Award Function, March
Scientists were awarded Commendation 2015.

Other Activities of the Institute Lecture Delivered
S.No. Topic Place and Date Presented by

1 Vehicle Population and Determination of Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dr. Niraj Sharma
Urban Air Quality Dehradun, August 8, 2014
2 Air Quality Monitoring and Vehicle Emission ESCI ,Hyderabad, August 19 - Dr. Niraj Sharma
Control & Cleaner Fuels 21, 2014
3 Nanotechnology Application and Indian Roads Congress, Dr.Rina Singh

Opportunities in Road Transport and August 19 -20, 2014
Environment
4 The Utilization of Geosynthetics for CII, Ahmadabad (Gujarat), Sh.Satish Pandey

Construction and Rehabilitation of September, 5 - 6, 2014
Bituminous Pavement
5 Vehicle Population and Determination of Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dr. Niraj Sharma
Urban Air Quality Dehradun, October 31, 2014
6 Overview of New Bridge Codes of IRC & Indian Academy of Highway Dr. Lakshmy P
Planning, Design and Erection of Precast Engineer, Noida, Dec. 17,
Structures 2014
7 Survey Investigation and Pavement Indian Academy of Highway Dr. Lakshmy P.

Evaluation for Road & Bridge and Engineer, Noida, Jan. 6, 2015 Sh. G.K.Sahu
Performance Monitoring of Bridges through
Instrumentation
8 Instrumentation Rating and performance Indian Academy of Highway

monitoring of Bridge Engineer, Noida, Jan. 9, 2015 Dr. Lakshmy P
9 Environment Related Issue Training Programme Dr. Niraj Sharma

organised by NIOH & CPCB,
Ahmadabad, February 9 - 13,
2015
10 Bridge Inventory & Inspection, Condition Indian Academy of Highway Dr. Lakshmy P.
Survey and Bridge Management System Engineer, Noida, March 16 - Sh. G.K. Sahu
20, 2015
11 Bitumen, Bituminous Mixs and Bituminous Indian Academy of Highway, Dr. Sangita
Mix Design Quality Control test for Bitumen Engineer, Noida, March 16,
and Hand on Practice 2015

CRRI Scientists/Staff Deputation for Training Technical Training, Deputation etc.
S.No. Area of Training Staff Nominated Date Venue
1 Skill Development Programme 35 nos. Assistants April 21-25, CSIR-CRRI

for Assistants of CRRI 2014 Ghaziabad
2 Application of Numerical Alok Ranjan May 01-02, CSMRS, New Delhi

Methods in Geotechnical 2014
Engineering
3 Programme on Crafting Effective Ms. Siksha Swaroopa May 26-28, CSIR-HRDC

S&T Communication Kar 2014 Ghaziabad
Sh. Dinesh Ganvir
Sh. Alok Ranjan
Sh. V.K.Kanaujia
Sh. Pradeep Kumar
Sh. S.Kannan
Sh. H.L.Sachdeva
Sh. Md. Irshad
4 Financial Management in Sh. D. Ravinder August 25-29, Indian Institute

Scientific Organisation 2014 of public
Administration,
New Delhi
5 Work Life Balance for Women Mrs. Shanta Kumar August 25-27, CSIR-HRDC
Scientists and Officers Mrs. Sarita Rastogi 2014 Ghaziabad
Mrs. Prema Prasad
6 Advance leadership Development Dr. Rajeev Goel September 01- CSIR-HRDC

Programme 05, 2014 Ghaziabad
7 Knowledge Management Sh. A.K.Jain September 22- Indian Institute

& Knowledge Sharing in Sh. Pradeep Kumar 26, 2014 of public
Organization Administration,
Sh. Anshul Saxena New Delhi
8 Limit State Design of Steel Sh. Kumar Shashi October 29-31, NITTTR,
Structures based ISO 800 Bhushan 2014 Chandigarh
9 Managerial Effectiveness for Sh.R.C.Agarwal Nov. 10-12, CSIR- HRDC

Technical Officers Sh.Shankh Das 2014 Ghaziabad
Sh.Vivek Dubey
Sh.S. Mariappan
Sh.D.Ravinder

Technical Training, Deputation etc. CRRI Scientists/Staff Deputation for Training
S.No. Area of Training Staff Nominated Date Venue
10 DST sponsored National Training Sh. Sanjay Singh December 08- EDI, Ahmadabad
Programme on Entrepreneurship Gaharwar 12, 2014
Development and Management
for Scientist & Technologist
working in Govt. Sector
11 Recent Advances in Highway Sh. Dinesh Ganvir December 05- IIT Delhi, New
Construction 19, 2014 Delhi
12 Refresher Training Programme Sh. Vinod Kumar SO February 16-18, CSIR-HRDC

for Section Officer (G) Roster, 2015 Ghaziabad
Assessment, Vigilance etc.
13 Naya Safar 25 Nos. of CRRI Staff March 13, 2015 CSIR-CRRI New
Members Delhi
14 Induction Motor Efficiency Sh. Sunil Grover March 13, 2015 CSIR-NPL New
Monitory System Shri Muni Raj Meena Delhi
15 Sab Sath Ek Sath 25 Nos. of CRRI Staff March 20, 2015 CSIR-CRRI New
Members Delhi

Deputation Abroad Technical Training, Deputation etc.
S/Shri Satish Pandey and Gagandeep Singh, Ms. Geetanjali Singh from October 23-25, 2014.
Scientists were deputed to Durham, North Carolina, Dr S. Gangopadhyay, Director and Dr Devesh
USA for Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) of Machine Tiwari, Scientist were deputed to Germany and
Large Size Wheel Tracking Device and Roller France to attend the meeting cum workshop on
Compacted procured by the Institute, from June Modern Mobile Geomatic Data Acquisition Systems
9-20, 2014. and Pavement Quality Analysis organised by
Dr. S. Gangopadhyay, Director, Shri T.K. Amla and Lehmann and Partner GbH, Germany and to present
Ms. Shiksha Swaroopa, Scientists were deputed to live demonstration on the working of Lacroix
Pretoria, South Africa to attend 5th Regional SARF/ Deflectograph in Buzaneal, France from October 26-
IRF 2014 Conference for Africa on Better Roads 31, 2014.
Moving Africa & Trade exhibitions organised by Dr. K. Ravinder, Scientist was deputed to Ulann
South Africa Road Federation in association with IRF Batar, Mangolia to attend and present a paper at
during September 2-4, 2014. Ms. Shiksha Swaroopa IRF-MRA International Conference on Road Traffic
present a paper entitled Bitumen Emulsion based Safety, Mangolia, January 8-9, 2015.
on Low Energy MildWarm Mixes for Maintenance
of Roads during the conference. Dr. P.K. Jain, Scientist was deputed to U.K. to attend
the 14th Annual International Conference on
Shri J.B. Sengupta, Scientist was deputed to Asphalt Pavement Engineering and Infrastructure,
Sydney, Australia to present his paper entitled U.K from February 11-12, 2015.
Fourier Transform infrared Spectroscopy-A Tool
for Detection of Lime Content in Hot Mix Asphalt Shri T.K. Amla, Scientist was deputed to South
in 26th ARRB Conference, 2014 at Sydney from Africa to attend Road Research Managers meeting
October, 20-22, 2014. of AFCAI/ASCAP, South Africa from February 25-
26, 2015.
Ms. Kamini Gupta, Scientist was deputed to Los
Angeles, California to present papers entitled Dr. Ch. Ravi Sekhar, Scientist was deputed to Kobe
Quality Enhancement Parameters for Buses in University, Japan to attend and make presentation
India, by Shri Ravinder Kumar, Ms. Kamini on Questionnaire survey analysis of onsite
Gupta, Dr. Neelima Chakrabarty and Shri Satinder visualization (OSV) monitoring at International
Tomar & Driver Behaviour and Psychophysical workshop on Safety Improvement Strategy during
Characteristics in Indian Traffic Conditions by Metro Construction in Asian Cities, Japan, from
Dr. Neelima Chakrabarty, Ms. Kamini Gupta and March 8-10, 2015.

Technical Training, Deputation etc. Student Trainees
Course Being
Student Name Title of the Training / Research Report
Pursued
AI-Fah School of Engnieering & Technology
Md. Badar Alam B.Tech Quality Aspects in construction of Road and Bridges
Exposure to various tests for the Evaluation of Suitability of

Pankaj Kumar
B.Tech Aggregate,Cement and Water reducing Admixture for making of
Pandey
Concrete
Md. Gul Hassan B.Tech - do
Saleem Yousuf B.Tech - do
NIT, Surathkal
Anant Gupta M.Tech Laboratory Investigation of High Modulus Bituminous Mixtures
Deenbandhu Chottu Ram University of Science and Technology,Murthal
Study of co-relation between Air pollution, Noise, Meteorology

Mamta Batra M.Tech.
and Traffic at Three Selected Sites in Delhi
LCA Assessment and Carbon Footprint Estimation due to Road

Meenakshi M.Tech.
Construction
Horizontal and Vertical Distribution of BTEX in ambient air of
Neha Saini M.E
Delhi and its Health Impacts
Shaheed Bhagat Singh State Technical Campus, Ferozpur, Punjab
Gurpreet B.Tech Online Complaint Management System

NIT, Warangal
Anamika Yadav M.Tech Capacity Estimation of Multi-lane Interurban Highways in India

Umesh Shroff M.Tech Capacity Estimation for Urban Road in Delhi
Thaper University, Patiala
Annu M.E. Sensitive Analysis of HDM-4 Toolkit using A Case Study
Shri Govindram Seksaria Institute of Technology and Science
Utilization of Electronic Waste and Recyclable Industrial Plastic
Rahul Dubey M.E
Scrap in Flexible Pavement
SRM University, Modinagar
Dharmendra
B.Tech Laboratory Evaluation of VG10 and VG 30 for Bituminous Mixes
Upadhyay
Aashish Malik B.Tech do
Abhishek
B.Tech - do
Srivastava

Student Trainees Technical Training, Deputation etc.
Course Being
Pursued
Sharda University
Laboratory Evaluation of Modified Binders and Mixes Developed
Mandeep Kumar B.Tech
with New Series Polyethylene Plastic
Himanshu Shivhare B.Tech - do
Chakrapani Experimental Study on Manufacturing of Pavement Quality
B.Tech
Shekhawat Concrete using Recycled Aggregates
Ishan Sihna B.Tech - do
Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh

Analysis and Design of Two-Lane Reinforced Concrete and Six-
Aman Bansal B.Tech
Lane Prestressed concrete Girder Bridges
Numerical Modelling, Analysis of Bridge Girder and Review of
Dhury Gupta B.Tech
construction
Manoj Shararan B.E Comparative Study of Load Effects on Skew Bridge
Simian Kaur B.E Evaluation of Parking Facilities at Public Transport Terminal
Development of Feeder Transport System Facilities at Public
Jasmeet Kaur B.E
Transport Terminal
Design of Microsurfacing and Patch Repair Mixes using Coal
Gurmeet Singh Rai B.E
Mixed Aggregates
Development of Saturation Flow Moodel- A Signalised
Shubham Sehgal B.E
Intersection for Hetrogeneous Traffic
Critical Gap Estimation of Roundabout under Mixed Traffic
Siddharth Jain B.E
Condition
SVNIT, Surat
Rabindranath Study on Moisture Susceptibility in Bituminous Concrete using
M.Tech
Ghosh Moisture induced Stress Tester
Aumated Road Data Collection Techniques for Road Asset
Tapan Khandelwal M.Tech
Management
Optimisation of Chromium Fiber Content for Improved
Ritika Mishra M.Tech
Performance of Bituminous Concrete
A Critical Review on Road Asset Management Intergrated with
Aniket Shirke M.Tech
Decision Making Software
D.Sowjanya M.Tech Travel Demand Modelling for NCT of Delhi
M.M. University, Ambala
Rajeev Gupta M.Tech Characterisation of Properties of Water Proofing Membranes
NIT, Trichy
Experimental Study of Physical and Mechanical Properties of
Ricky Anand B.Tech
Unbonded APP Waterproofing Membrane

Course Being
Pursued
North Carolina State University,
M.Sc Roadway Capacity Estimation for an Urban Expressway under
Monisha
(Transportation Mixed Traffic Condition: Case Study of Noida-Greater Noida
Badarinath
System) Expressway in National Capital Region Delhi, India
ITM University, Gwalior
Nitesh Kumar B.Tech Development of Quality Assurance Plan for a Bridge Project
Upender Kumar B.Tech - do
Vivek Singh
B.Tech - do
Kushwah
Rohit Gupta B.Tech Performance Monitoring of Bridges through Instrumentation
Raulak Dandotia B.Tech - do
ITM, Gurgaon
Characterization of Binders,Aggregates and Preparation of Job
Himanshu Mittal B.Tech
Mix Formula for Different Types of BC Mixes
IIT, Bhubneswar
Divyakant Tahlyan B.Tech Four Stage Transport Demand Modelling for Delhi City
Swastik Singh B.Tech Impact of Congestion Pricing on Travel Demand

Akash Kumar B.Tech Analysis of Rigid Pavement using KENPAVE
Amity University, Noida
M.Sc Applied
Gargi Yadav Instrumentation in Highway Engineering
Physics
Determination of VOCs Emissions during Manufacturing of

Chavi Tuukral M.Tech
different types of Bituminous Mixes in Laboratory and Field
Richa Khurana M.Tech - do
NIT, Calicut
Mohammed Exploration of Statistical Relationship between Time Mean Speed

M.Tech
Ashraf K and Space Mean Speed
Aswathy K.P M.Tech Anaysis of Travel Time Reliablity for an Urban Arterial Corridor
lndhu Sidharthan M.Tech Development of Free Flow Speed Model for Urban Highways
Ani K.S M.Tech Study of Traffic flow at Signalised Intersections

Amitha T.P M.Tech Structural Evaluation of Flexible Pavement
Anju K.R M.Tech - do

Course Being
Pursued
Anna University, Chennai
P. Ponnurangam M.Tech Development of Link Performance Function for Urban Roads
Study of Drivers Driving Behaviour at different Driving

L. Vinoth Kumar M.Tech
Environment
Study of Relation between Spot Speed, Space Mean Speed and

H.Gayathri M.Tech
Streem Speed on Urban Arterials in Delhi
Gap Calculations for Mixed and Car Only Traffic at three
M.Hemavathy M.Tech
unsingnalised intersection
BITS, Pilani
A. Pradeep Ram B.Tech Study of Platoon Characteristics on Urban Arterials of Delhi
Mitigation Measures to Minimise Delay and Fuel Loss due to
Monia Jain B.E
Idling at Shakti Nagar, Intersection
Development of Integrated Asset Management System using
Ruben Sharma B.E
GIS-A Case Study
Development of integrated Road Asset Management system using
Ashutosh Jadhav M.E
GIS for Road Network Planning,Design and Management
Applicability of GIS for Road Planning, Development and
Aman Kumar M.E
attribute addition of Bihar
Gautam Budh University, Greater Noida
Integrated
Tarang Kumar Design of Flexible Pavement and Mix Design
M.Tech
Jyoti Bankoti B.Tech Quality of Air in Delhi
Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur
Mainak Jana B.Tech Design and Construction Aspects of Rigid Pavements
Saikat Khan B.Tech - do
Debarun Banerjee B.Tech - do
Sourav Chakraborti B.Tech - do
MTU
Kanika Goel B.Tech (IT) Bridge Management System A GIS based Infrastructure
Kunwar Satyavira College of Engineering and Management , Bijnor
Kuldeep Singh B.Tech Concrete Mix Design
IIT, Guwahati
Rajesh Panwar B.Tech Geotechnical Engineering

Course Being
Pursued
Shriram Kushwaha B.Tech - do
Prateek Kumar B.Tech - do
Ritesh Kumar
B.Tech - do
Agarwal
Ajay Singh Meena B.Tech - do
Rajesh Kumar B.Tech - do
University of Tornto, Canada
Homagni Ghosh B.Tech Study and Design of High Speed Campus wide Network
Delhi Technological University, Delhi
Arnesh Das B.Tech Evaluation of Electrochemical based Stabilizer in Black Soil
Vishal B.Tech Network Survey Vehicle
Vishal Saini B.Tech - do
International Institute of Technology & Business , Sonipat
Rohit Kumar Characterisation of Binder , Coal mixed Aggregates and different
B.Tech
Kardam types of Bituminous mixes
VIRA College of Engineering
Chirag Soti B.Tech Concrete Mix Design
Indraprastha Engineering College, Delhi
Akansha Bhatnagar B.Tech Geotechnical Investigation (Testing of different type of Soil )
Ch. Brahm Prakash Govt. Engineering College, Jffarpur, I. P. University, Delhi

Poonam Kumari B.Tech Geotechnical Investigation (Testing of different type of Soil )
KU College of Engineering , Gurgaon
Pooja B.Tech Geotechnical Investigation (Testing of different type of Soil )
NIT , Kurushetra
Pavement Performance Prediction Models and their use in Road
Aakash Gupta M.Tech
Asset Management
Inverties University, Bareily
Pawan Kumar
B.E Soil Characterisation and Design for Wet Mix Macadam
Yadav
Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi
Diploma
Imran Qureshi in Civil Estimation and Costing of Civil Construction works
Engineering

Course Being
Pursued
The Maharaja Sayajiroa University of Baroda , Vadodara
Patel Parth Evaluation of Traffic Management Measures by Developing

M.E
Dhirajkumar Traffic Assignment Model
Raval Nimitkumar Methodology for Estimation of Commuter Satisfaction Level for

M.E
Jayeshkumar Evaluation of its based Public Transportation System
Patel Parinkumar Effect of Pavement Characteristics on Free Flow Speed and

M.E
Hasmukhbhai Roadway Capacity
Urban Roadway Capacity Estimation by Incorporating Dynamic
Dave Darshan Dilip M.E
PCUs
Lingaya University
Characterisation of Binder, Coal mixed Aggregates and Use of

Varun Mehndiratta B.Tech Cold Mix Technology in Construction of Road using Bitumen
Emulsion
Nichiketa Virmani B.Tech - do
Mohit Chawla B.Tech - do
Meerabai Institute of Technology, Maharani Bagh, New Delhi
Diploma
Jyoti Devi in Library Routine work in Different Sections of the Library
Sciences
Kamlesh Kumari - do - - do
Sadhana Verma - do - - do
Priyanka Ranjan - do - - do
Rinki Ranjan - do - - do

Visitors
S.NO. Name of Visitors Date of Visit Purpose of Visit
1 A high level delegation April 21, 2014 To explore possibilities of initiating joint
Members from Ethiopia collaboration with CSIR .Both sides made
presentation on the R&D activities being pursued
in their respective organisations. The Ethiopian
delegation visited various divisions/labs of CSIR-
CRRI to get acquainted with the state-of-art
infrastructure facilities available with CSIR-CRRI.
2 Dr. Dirk Ebersbach, June 23, 2014 Made a presentation on Pavement Quality
Vectra Germany, CEO of Estimation using Mobile Technologies.
LEHMANH+PARTNER,
Germany
3 Mr. Bob Khetti, Sr. Oct. 9, 2014 A technical presentation on Highly Modified Asphalt
Scientist, Innovation (HIMA)
Centre in Houston
4 Delegation from Vectra, Dec. 17, 2014 A technical presentation on Mobile Light Detection
Germany and Ranging (LIDAR), a State of Art Technology
used for Improvement of Road Network and Traffic
Scenario.
5 Sh. Chandra R. Bhat, Jan. 23, 2015 A technical presentation on New High Dimensional
University of Texas, Data Analysis Techniques for Urban Planning
Austin
6 Sh. Brad Ysseldyk from Feb. 16, 2015 A technical presentation on APPLANIX SYSTEM.
Applanix, Canada and
Sh. Jens Morawietz from
Vectra, Germany
7 A Delegation from Japan Feb. 25, 2015 To explore possibilities of Initiating Joint
comprising Professors Collaborative Research Projects with CSIR-CRRI.
from University of
Tokyo and HOKKAIDO
University
8 A high power Afghan March 3, 2015 Discussions with Heads of R&D Division of CSIR-
delegation led by Sh. CRRI to explore the possibilities of initiating joint
H.E.Abdul Hadi Rafey, collaboration with CSIR-CRRI .
Deputy Minister for
Administration and
Finance.

Membership of Staff on Various Technical Committees
S.No. Committee Representatives Name Position Held
Highway Research Board of IRC

1 Highway Research Board Dr. S. Gangopadhyay Member
2 HRB Identification, Monitoring & Research Dr. S. Gangopadhyay Convenor

Application Committee Sh.U.K. Guruvittal Member-Secretary
(Till Dec.,2014)
Dr. Lakshmy P. Member
3 Highway Research Board Core Group Dr. S. Gangopadhyay Member
4 Accredation of New Materials and Techniques Dr. S. Gangopadhyay Chairman

Sh.U.K. Guruvittal Alternate-Member
(Till Dec.,2014)
Sh. P.K. Jain Member
Indian Roads Congress, New Delhi

1 Council of Indian Roads Congress Dr. S. Gangopadhyay Member
Sh. P.K.Jain Member (Till-2014)
Dr. Lakshmy P. Member (Till-2014)
Dr. Purnima Parida Member
Sh. K. Sitaramanjaneyulu Member (w.e.f Dec.2014)
2 H-1 Traffic Engineering and Transportation Dr. S. Gangopadhyay Co-convener

Planning Committee Dr. S.Velmurugan Member-Secretary
(till Dec.2014) &
Member
(w.e.f Jan.2015)
Dr. Purnima Parida Member-Secretary
(w.e.f Jan.2015)
3 H-2 Flexible Pavement Committee Sh. K. Sitaramanjaneyulu Member
Dr. P.K. Jain
Ambika Bahl Member
Invited Member
4 H-3 Rigid Pavement Committee Sh. J.B. Sen Gupta Member
Sh. K. Sitaramanjaneyulu Member
Sh. Binod Kumar
Member
5 Highway Specification & Standards Committee Dr. S. Gangopadhyay Member
6 Bridge Specification & Standards Committee Dr. Lakshmy P. Member
7 B-2 Load and Stresses Committee Dr. Lakshmy P. Member-Secretary

(upto Dec.2014)
Co-convener
(2015-2017)

S.No. Committee Representatives Name Position Held

8 Chief Engineer Committee Director Member
9 G-2 Human Resource Development Sh. T.K. Amla Member
10 G-3 Reduction of Carbon Footprint in Road Dr. Anuradha Shukla Member
Construction and Environment Dr. Niraj Sharma Correspondence
Member
11 G-6 Disaster Management Committee Dr. Kishor Kumar Co-Convenor
Sh. U.K. Guruvittal Member
12 G-4 Mechanization and Instrumentation Dr. Devesh Tiwari Member
Committee Sh. R.S. Bhardwaj Member
Dr. Lakshmy P. Member (2015-2017)
Dr. R.K. Garg Member-Secretary
(2015-2017)
Dr. D.C. Sharma Member
13 H-4 Embankment, Ground Improvement and Sh. Sudhir Mathur Member
Drainage Committee Sh. U.K. Guruvittal Member-Secretary
(Till Dec. 2014)
Member (2015-
2017)
14 H-6 Road Maintenance and Asset Management Dr. P.K. Jain Member
Sh. K. Sitaramanjaneyulu Member-Secretary
15 H-5 Rural Roads Committee Dr. P.K.Jain Member
16 H-8 Urban Roads, Streets & Transportation Dr. S. Gangopadhyay Member
Committee Dr. Purnima Parida Correspondence
Member
17 H-9 Composite Pavement Committee Sh. K. Sitaramanjaneyulu Member
Sh. Binod Kumar Member
18 B-3 Foundation Substructure Protective Sh. S.S. Gaharwar Member
Works and Masonry Structures Committee
(2015-2017)
19 B-4 Concrete (Reinforced and Pre-stressed) Dr. Lakshmy P. Member
Structures Committee Dr. Rajeev Goel Member
20 B-5 Steel and Composite Structure Committee Dr. Lakshmy P. Member
21 B-6 Bearings ,Joints & Appurtenances Dr. Suraj Prakash Member(2011-2014)
Committee Sh. S.S. Gaharwar Member-Secretary
(2011-2017)
22 B-7 Foam Work and Temporary Structures Sh. J.K. Goyal Member (2011-2014)
Committee Sh. G.K. Sahu Member (2011-2017)
23 B-8 Bridge Maintenance and Rehabilitation Dr. V.V.L. K.Rao Member
Committee
24 H-7 Road Safety and Design Committee Dr. S. Velmurugan Member
Ms. Kamini Gupta Member(w.e.f .2015)

S.No. Committee Representatives Name Position held
Bureau of Indian Standards, New Delhi

1 Civil Engineering Division Council, CED Director Member
2 Standards Advisory Committee Director Member
3 Executive Council Director Member
4 Building Lime & Gypsum Products Sectional Sh. Sudhir Mathur Member
Committee, CED4 Sh. J.B.Sen Gupta Alternate Member
5 Plain Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete CED Dr. Rajeev Goel Alternate Member
46-P8
6 Soil Engineering Sectional Committee CED 23 Sh. Sudhir Mathur Member
Sh. U.K.Guruvittal Alternate Member
7 Rock Mechanics Sectional Committee CED18 Dr. Kishor Kumar Member
Dr. Pankaj Gupta Alternate Member
8 Freight Containers Sectional Committee Dr. S. Gangopadhyay Member
HMD12
9 Soil and Foundation Engineering Sectional Sh. Sudhir Mathur Member
Committee CED 45 Sh. U.K.Guruvittal Alternate Member
10 Geo-Synthetics Sectional Committee CED 45 Sh. Sudhir Mathur Member
Sh. U.K.Guruvittal Alternate Member
11 Stone Sectional Committee CED 6 Sh. Sitaramanjaneyulu Member
Sh. Sudesh Kumar Alternate Member
12 Bitumen ,Tar & Their Products Sectional Director Convenor
Committee PCD 6 Dr. P.K. Jain Member
Miss Ambika Bahl Alternate Member
13 Method of Test for Bitumen, Tar & Their Dr. P.K. Jain Member
Products Sectional Committee PCD 6:1
14 Bitumen & Bituminous Product Sub- Dr. P.K. Jain Member
Committee, PCD 6:2
15 Sieves, Sieving and other Sizing Methods Sh.Binod Kumar Member
Sectional Committee, CED-55
16 Pozzolanas and Cement Additives CED-2 Sh. J.B. Sen Gupta Member
17 Hill Area Development Engineering Sub- Dr. Kishor Kumar Member
Committee, CED-56 Sh. Sudhir Mathur Alternate Member
18 Environment Protection and Waste Dr. Anil Singh Member
Management CHD-32
19 Special Structures Sectional Committee CED Dr. R.K.Garg Member
38 Dr. Lakshmy P. Alternate Member
20 Guidelines for Risk Zonation Dr. Pankaj Gupta Member


21 Panel for Aggregates from other than Natural Dr. Devesh Tiwari Member
Sources CED 2/P3
22 Transport Engineering Division Committee Sh. Sudesh Kumar Alternate Member
(TED-4)
23 Solid Waste Management CHD: 33 Dr. Anuradha Shukla Chairperson
Sh. U.K.Guruvittal Member
24 Intelligent Transport System Dr. J.Nataraju Member
Dr. A.Mohan Rao Alternate Member
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) New Delhi

1 Research Application Committee Director Member
2 Transport Statistics Committee Dr. S.Gangopadhyay Member

3 Committee on Upgradation of NH from 2 Lane Dr. S.Gangopadhyay Member
to 4 Lane
4 Committee for Empanelment of Bearing and Dr. Lakshmy P. Member

Expansion Joint Manufacturers and Suppliers
5 Cost Committee Dr. S.Velmurugan Member
Delhi Traffic Police

1 Central Traffic Advisory Committee Dr. S.Velmurugan Member
New Delhi Municipal Corporation

1 Traffic Advisory Committee Dr. S.Velmurugan Member
Delhi Development Authority
Sub-Group for Examination of Various Projects Dr. S.Gangopadhyay Member
1 in Delhi
Indian Society of Wind Engineering (ICWE)

1 Executive Committee Dr. Lakshmy P. Member
Institution of Engineering ,Ghaziabad Local Centre
Executive Committee Dr. Rajeev Goel Member
1
Sh. A.Saurikhia Honorary Secretary
Ministry of Rural Development, Govt. Of India

PMGSY Empowered Committee Director Member
1
Dr. B.K.Durai Alternate Member
Central Building Research Institute ,Roorkee

1 Research Council Director Member

School of Planning & Architect ,New Delhi

1 Review of Project Work of PG Student Dr. S.Gangopadhyay Juri Member
MCGB ,Mumbai
Standing Technical Advisory Committee Director Member
1 (STAC) Sh.U.K.Guruvittal Member
Delhi Pollution Control Committee for Ambient Air Quality System (AAQS)
1 Delhi Pollution Specification Committee Dr. Anil Singh Member
Indian Concrete Institute ,Western UP Centre ,Ghaziabad Chapter

Executive Committee Dr. Rajeev Goel Chairman
1 Sh. G.K.Sahu Secretary
Advanced Material and Process Research Institute , Bhopal

1 Management Council Dr. S.Gangopadhyay Member
Thana Municipal Corporation

1 Science & Technology Advisory Committee Dr. S.Gangopadhyay Member
Konkan Railway Corporation

1 Technical Advisory Group (TAG) Dr. S.Gangopadhyay Member
National Rural Roads Development Authority ( NRRDA)

1 Executive Committee Dr. S.Gangopadhyay Member
Dr. B.K.Durai Alternate Member
2 Principal Technical Agency (PMGSY) Dr. B.K.Durai Coordinator
3 Expert Group for Suggesting Measures for Cost Dr. Lakshmy P. Member
Reduction in Rural Roads
National Highways Authority of India
1 Committee to Review of All Toll Related Issues Dr. B.K.Durai Member
Public Works Department
1 Committee on Subway Sh. Subhash Chand Technical Member
National Physical Laboratory ,New Delhi
1 Management Council Dr. S.Gangopadhyay Member
National Institute of Science ,Technology and Development Studies
1 Research Council Dr. S.Gangopadhyay Member

Delhi Technological University
3 Departmental Advisor (DAC) Dr. Anuradha Shukla Member

Pune Municipal Corporation
Dr. P.K.Jain Member
1 Standing Technical Advisory Committee
ITM University
1 Board of Studies Dr. Lakshmy P. Member
Institute of Steel Development and Growth ,Kolkata

1 Project Review Committee Dr. Lakshmy P. Member
Dr. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandar, Punjab

1 Board of Studies Dr. Devesh Tiwari Member
Transportation Research Board ,Washington DC ,USA

Concrete Materials and Placement Techniques
1 Sh. Binod Kumar Member
(AFN40)
TERI University
1 Project Review and Supervisory Group Dr. Niraj Sharma Member
Constituted by MOHRD, Deptt. of Higher
Education, Govt. Of India
Indian Association of Structural Engineering, New Delhi

1 Executive Committee Dr. Rajeev Goel Member
DTTDC, New Delhi

1 Committee for Technical Evaluation of Dr. Lakshmy P. Member
Structural Health Monitoring of Signature
Bridge
2 Technical Committee Sh. D.C. Sharma Member
Uttar Pradesh Public Works Department (UPPWD) Uttar Pradesh State, India
1 Technical Scrutiny Committee, World Bank Dr. Devesh Tiwari Member
Aided Project
Indian Association of Standard Engineers

1 GC Member (2012-2014) Dr. Rajeev Goel Member
2 BIS Coded Committee (2014-2018) Dr. Rajeev Goel Member
3 BIS Coded Committee (2011-2015) Dr. Rajeev Goel Alternate Member

NIT, Tirucharappali
Research Advisory Board of Centre of Sh. K. Sitaramanjaneyulu Member
1 Excellence in Transportation Engineering
(CETransE)
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Govt. of India
1 Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) for Project Dr. Anuradha Shukla Member
Related to Infrastructure Development, Coastal (w.e.f. Sept. 2013)
Regulation Zone, Building /Construction and
Miscellaneous Project.
2 Expert Committee for Drating Rules on Sh. U.K.Guruvittal Member

Construction and Demolition Waste
Management
Department of Civil Engineer, JMI

1 UGC-BSR Fellowship for the Award of Dr. Niraj Sharma Member
Fellowship for Pursuing PhD. Programme
Ministry of Power, Govt of India

1 Fly Ash Utilization Dr. Niraj Sharma Member
National Disaster and Management Authority (NDMA)

1 Formulating of DPR for Landslide Sh. Kanwar Singh Member

Membership of National and International Organisations
Australian Road Research Board (ARRB) Indian Geotechnical Society, C/o Central Soil
and Material Research Station, Olof Palme
Bureau of Indian Standards, Manak Bhawan,
Marg, Hauz Khas, New Delhi
9, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi
Indian Roads Congress, Jamnagar House,
Indian Institute of Bridge Engineers (IIBS),
Shahjahan Road, New Delhi
New Delhi
Government of Indian Librarians Association
International Road Federation (IRF), Geneva
(GILA (Regd.)) C/o Planning Commission,
Indian Association of Special LIbraries and Library, Yojna Bhawan, Sansad Marg, New
Information Centres, Kakugachi, Kolkata Delhi
Indian National Group of International Society Society for Information Science, NISCAIR
for Rock Mechanics, Central Board of Irrigation Building, Hillside Road, New Delhi
and Power, Malcha Marg, Chanakyapuri, New
Indian Group of Geotextiles, Central
Delhi
Board of Irrigation & Power, Malcha Marg,
Indian Society of Desert Technology, College Chanakyapuri, New Delhi
of Engineering, Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Institutional Membership of Belgium Road
Asian Information Centre for Geotechnical Research Institute, Belgium
Engineering, Bangkok, Thailand
Associate Membership of Current Science
Permanent International Association of Road Association, Bangalore
Congress, 43, Avenue D4, President Wilson
Asian Institute of Transport Development
75116, Paris, France
(AITD), New Delhi
Indian Scientific Translators Association,
Institutional Membership of Consultancy
New Delhi
Development Centre, New Delhi.
Transportation Research Board of the
International Road Federation (IRF) India
National Academy of Science, National
Chapter.
Research Council, 2101, Constitution Avenue,
Washington DC, USA

Marketable Products and Services
Intellectual Property (Patents) A New Paving System for Desert Areas
Patented Process Released so far to the Electronic Probe

Industry Process know-how for Construction of
Bitumastic Jointing Composition (Pat. No. 50474) Roads in Sandy Area using Soil Stabilization
Technique with Magnesium Oxy-chloride
Improvement in or relating to Pitch Mastic
Composition (two patent No. 92526 and Indigenous Weigh-in-Motion and Vehicle
95305). Classification System
A Process for the Treatment of Styrene Pitch Automated Benkleman Beam
(Pat No. 96710) Concrete Abrasion Resistance Tester
Improvements in or relating to the manufacture Ready Made Mix for Patch Repair
of Lime-Surkhi Mixture (Pat No. 90470) Bitumen Emulsion
Improvements in or Relating to the Manufacture
Portable Ponding-cum-Debris Expulsion
of Reactive Surkhi (Pat No. 93276)
Equipment
Fatigue Testing Machine (Pat No. 11142)
Design of a Mobile Visual Inspection Unit
Unevenness Indicators (two patent No. 121776
& 121777) Marketable Software
A Profilograph for Checking Pavement Pavement Deterioration Model (PDM)
Unevenness (Pat No. 121114) Asphalt Concrete Mix Design (ASCOMID)
Automatic Road Unevenness Recorder (three Planning Model for Rural Roads
Pat No. 146517, 146572, 146543)
Landslide Analysis
Rotiller (developed jointly by MERADO & CRRI)
Stability Analysis of Embankments with Stone
Pavement Paint Marking Machine (developed
Columns
jointly by CMERI Durgapur and CRRI)
Expert System for Structural Optimisation of
Vertical Profile Meter
Trussed Girder Bridges
Polymer Modified Bitumen
Bridge Deck Analysis (BDAN)
SBS Modified Bitumen
Software for the Accident Analysis
Crumb Rubber Modified Bitumen
Copyright for Software Package for Design of
Waste Plastic Modified Bitumen
Trail Suspension Bridges
Axle Mounted System for Measuring Road
Software CRASH for Prediction of Strains
Roughness
Induced in Concrete due to Effects Creep and
Impact Tester Shrinkage
A Device for Sensing and Measuring Moisture
in Soil and Other Porous Materials (Pat No. Services Offered
173089) Contract Research
Improved Bullock Cart Technology Collaborative Projects
Cold mix Technology Sponsored Projects
Patch Fill - Pothole repairing machine
Setucare - Mobile Bridge Inspection Unit
Consultancy Services
Process Ready for Exploitation
A Process for the Production of Magnesium Training Programmes
Phosphate Cement for Emergency Repair of
Concrete Pavement Testing & Calibration

Marketable Products and Services
Training Programmes Organised

For capacity building in human resources in the area of highway engineering to undertake and execute
roads and runway projects, CSIR-CRRI organises following regular training programme each year for the in-
service highway, traffic and transportation engineers and planners. The details of the training programme
organised are as follows:
Title of the Course Duration

A. PAVEMENT ENGINEERING & MATERIALS
Design, construction and Maintenance of Flexible Pavements (5 days)
Rigid Pavements: Design, Construction & Quality Control Aspects (5 days)
Pavement Evaluation Techniques and their applications for Maintenance and (5 days)
Rehabilitation
B. ROAD DEVELOPMENT PLANNING & MANAGEMENT
International Course on Dissemination of HDM-4 (2 Weeks)
Geo-Spatial Technology (GIS, GPS, RS etc.) for Road and Transportation (4 days)
C. GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING
Geotechnical and Landslide Investigations for Highway Projects (5 days)
D. BRIDGES & STRUCTURES
Bridge Diagnostics, Performance Evaluation and Rehabilitation (5 days)
Bridge Design and Construction (5 days)
E. TRAFFIC & TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
Transport Planning & Economics (5 days)
Traffic Engineering and Road Safety Audit (5 days)
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Environmental Clearance Process (4 days)
for Road & Highway Projects
Customized Tailor Made Programmes

In addition to the above, CSIR-CRRI also organises customized tailor made programmes as per the clients
requirements.
Course Fee: The course fee is payable in advance by crossed bank draft in favour of Director, Central Road
Research Institute, New Delhi.
For Further information & sending nomination contact:

Shri T.K. Amla, Head & Course Organiser, Information, Liaison & Training Division,
CSIR-Central Road Research Institute, P.O. CRRI, Delhi-Mathura Road, New Delhi-110 025 (India),
Phone: 91-11-26921939, E-mail: tkamla.crri@nic.in, mkmeena.crri@nic.in

Papers Published in Journals Publications
S.No. Title of the Paper Name of Author Journals

1 Environmental Management Plan D Malik Management & Change, Journal of
for Satellite Town of Gurgaon M Saxena IILM Institute for Higher Education,
N Sharma 18(1):55-72, 2014.
2 Assessment of Vehicular Impacts D Malik International Journal of Social &

on Ambient Air Quality Due to M Saxena Allied Research, 2(2):53-60, 2014.
Seasonal Variations : A Case Study N Sharma
of Gurgaon City
3 Air Quality Impact Assessment R Dhyani International Journal of Renewable

of a Highway Corridor Through S Gulia Energy & Environmental
Vehicular Pollution Modelling N Sharma Engineering, 2014, 2(2): 93-99.
A Singh
4 Understanding Variability of Fuel P V Pradeep Project Stream Magazine, 2014,

Consumption in Vehicle C R Sekhar 1(1):25-26.
A Singh
N Sharma
5 Emission Reduction from MRTS N Sharma Atmospheric Pollution Research,

Projects - A Case Study of Delhi A Singh 2014, Vol.5 (4): 721-728. (IF:1.227)
Metro R Dhyani
S Gaur
6 Recent Trends of Volatile Organic Sippy K Chauhan International Journal for
Compounds in Ambient Air or its Neha Saini Technological Research in
Health Impacts : A Review Vijay Bahadur Yadav Engineering, Vol 1, Issue 8, April
2014.
7 Greener Concrete using Post- Rakesh Kumar The Indian Concrete Journal, Vol.
consumer Products Tarun R Naik 88, No.4, pp. 16-28
8 Greener Concrete using Industrial Rakesh Kumar The Indian Concrete Journal, Vol.
by-products Tarun R Naik 88, No.4, pp. 29-40.
9 Review of Feeder System for Public Neelam J Gupta Indian Journal of Transport
Transport towards Sustainability Subhash Chand Management- IJTM, ISSN 0970-
E Madhu 4736, Central Institute of Road
Transport (CIRT), Pune, India and
Association of State Road Transport
Undertakings (ASRTU), New Delhi,
Vol. 38, No. 2, pp 113-123, April
June 2014.
10 Skid Resistance Behaviour of Athem Gowthim International Journal of Applied

Bituminous Pavement-Case Study Sudesh Kumar Engineering Research Research
R K Srivastava India Publication, April, 2014.
P Prasanna Kumar

Publications Papers Published in Journals

11 Performance Characteristics of Manoj Shukla International Journal of Pavement
Fiber Modified Asphalt Concrete Devesh Tiwari Engineering and Asphalt
Mixes K Sitaramanjaneyulu Technology (PEAT), U.K., ISSN
1464-8164, Volume 15, Issue 1, May
2014, pp. 38-50.
12 Mode Choice Analysis: The Data, Minal International Journal of Traffic for
The Models and Future a Head Ch Ravi Sekhar Transportation Engineering, Vol. 4
(3), pp 269-285, May, 2014
13 Relation Between Pavement Anish Kumar Bharti Indian Highways, Volume 42(5)
Serviceability and Roughness for Satish Chandra May 2014
Flexible Pavement Ch Ravi Sekhar
14 Performance of Concrete Pankaj Goel The Indian Concrete Journal, Vol.

Containing Polypropylene Rakesh Kumar 88, No.6, pp.16-24
Multifilament Fibre vis--vis Bhattacharjee B
Fibrillated Fibre RenuMathur
15 Magnetized Water: An Upcoming Pankaj Goel NBM & Construction World,
Technology for Construction Rakesh Kumar Construction World, ISSN 0973-
Industry 0591, Vol. 19 (12), June 2014, pp.
126-132
16 Assessment of Policies towards an Kirti Bhandari Bharatiya Vaigyanik Evam Audyogik
Environmentally Friendly Urban Purnima Parida Anusandhan Patrika (BVAAP)
Transport System: Case Study of Neelima Chakroborty Vol.22(1), June, 2014
Delhi, India Kamini Gupta
17 GIS for Traffic Congestion A Mohan Rao Journal Geospatial World, Volume
Management S Velmurugan 04, Issue 11, ISSN 2277-3134, June
Arpita Chakraborty 2014
18 Safety Audit of an Urban S Velmurugan Traffic InfraTech Magazine, June,

Expressway 2014.
19 Experimental Evaluation of Models Lakshmy P The Bridge & Structural Engineer,
in IRC: 112 for Prediction of M Surya ING-IABSE, Vol. 45, No. 2., pp. 110-
Concrete Properties V V L K Rao 119, June 2014.
20 New Special Vehicle Loading in Alok Bhowmick The Bridge and Structural Engineer,
IRC:6 for Design of Bridges Lakshmy P ING-IABSE, Vol. 44, No. 2, pp. 92-
G L Verma 101, June 2014.
21 Determination of Trace Metals in Sippy K Chauhan ISH News, The India Society for
the Road Runoff of Delhi Vijay Bahadur Yadav Hydraulics, ISSN 0971-5002,
Anuradha Shukla Vol23, No 1, pp 1- 4, July 2014.
22 Suitability of Synthetic Fibre for Rakesh Kumar Journal of Scientific and Industrial
the Construction of Pavements Pankaj Goel Research, Vol. 73, (7), pp. 448-452.
Renu Mathur
Bhattacharjee B


23 Design of Remedial Measures at P S Prasad Journal of Engineering Geology. Vol.
Lukhbir slide on NH 31 A Kishor Kumar XXXVIII, No. 2, pp. 49 62, July,
Indervir Singh Negi 2014
Anil Kathait
24 Review of the Gap Phenomena at Rahul Bhasin Indian Journal of Transport
Unsignalised Intersections under Mukti Advani Management (IJTM), Vol. 38 (3), pp.
Homogeneous and Heterogeneous S Velmurugan 161- 172, ISSN: 0970-4736, July,
Traffic Flow Conditions 2014
25 Inclination to Speeding and its Rajeev J Michael Industrial Psychiatry Journal, ISSN
Correlates among Two-wheeler Manoj K Sharma 0976-2795. 23(2): 105110, Jul-Dec,
Riding Indian Youth Seema Mehrotra 2014.
Humera Banu
Rajesh Kumar
Paulomi M Sudhir
Neelima Chakraborty
26 A Critical Appraisal of Urban Yogesh U Shah Highway Research Journal,
Drainage Systems - Research and S S Jain Highway Research Board, Indian
Design Issues M K Jain Roads Congress (IRC), Delhi, India,
Devesh Tiwari Volume 7 No. 2, pages 1 to 16, July -
December 2014.
27 Source Apportionment for Lower Sippy K Chauhan Indian Journal of Environmental
Non-methane Hydrocarbon in the Anuradha Shukla Protection, Vol 34, Issue 8, pp 682-
Ambient Air of Delhi a Mega City Rina Singh 688 (IF=0.2), August 2014.
in India Vikram Singh
28 Application of a New Monitoring Chitoshi Izumi Journal of Tunneling and
Scheme On Site Visualization for Shinichi Akutagawa Underground Space Technology,
Safety Management on Delhi Metro Jitendra Tyagi 44(2), pp.130147 (SCI Impact
Project Reiko Abe Factor: 1.589), September 2014
Ch Ravi Sekhar
Ayako Kusui
29 Modeling Mode Choice Behaviour Minal Journal of Urban Transport, Vol.
and Estimating Value of Travel Ch Ravi Sekhar 13(1) September 2014
Time of Commuters In Delhi
30 The PM 10 Fraction of Road Dust in P Pant Science of the Total Environment,

the UK and India: Characterization, A Shukla 2015, http : dx.doi.org/10.1016/j
Source Profiles and Oxidative S D Kohl scitotenr 2015.05.084
Potential J C Chow
J G Watson
R M Harrison
31 Shrinkage and Cracking Behavior Ashis Prabin Kumar Indian Highways, Indian Roads
of Cement Stabilized Fly Ash in Havangi Vasant G Congress (IRC), Vol. 42, pages 13 -
Flexible Pavement - A Critical Tiwari Devesh 17, October 2014.
Review


32 Estimation of Capacity for Multi- Naveen Sharma Journal of Indian Roads Congress,
Lane Divided National Highways In P K Sarkar Vol. 75 (3), pp. 271 - 281, October-
India Ankit Kathuria December 2014
S Velmurugan
33 Measuring the Performance of Bus G Godavarthi Journal of Transportation
Rapid-Transit Corridors Based on R Chalumuri Engineering,
Volume by Capacity Ratio S Velmurugun Vol.140 (10) ISSN(Print):0733-
947X(online) 1943 - 5436, October
2014
34 Indo-HCM: Indias Highway K Ravinder Research Digest Published in The
Capacity Manual Project: S Velmurugan Transportation Research Board
Developing a National Guide to S Gangopadhyay Issue Number: 295, pp. 17-22, ISSN:
Address Unique Traffic Conditions 0738-6826, November, 2014.
35 Driving Performance of Drivers Neelima Chakraborty International Journal of Sustainable
and Psychomotor Characteristics at Kamini Gupta Science and Engineering .IRJSSE /
Extreme Weather Conditions Ravindra Kumar Volume : 2 / Issue: 11 / Nov. 2014
Geetanjali Singh
36 Capacity Estimation of Urban Kalaanidhi S ISTE - International Journal of Civil
Roads Carrying Heterogeneous Gunasekaran K Engineering, Vol 1. (1) November
Traffic A Mohan Rao 2014.
S Velmurugan
37 Effect of Extreme Weather Neelima Chakraborty International Journal for Research

Conditions on Speed Profiles of Kamini Gupta in Applied Science & Engineering
Drivers: A Case Study in Delhi, Ravindra Kumar Technology (IJRASET), Volume 2
India Geetanjali Singh Issue XI, November 2014 ISSN:
2321-9653
38 Effect of Rebar Corrosion on Lakshmy P Corrosion Combat, Vol. 20, No. 2,

Service Life of Reinforced Concrete pp 7-15, December 2014. (NACE
Bridges International, Gateway India
Section).
39 Nano Technology in Concrete Y C Tiwari Journal of the Instrument Society of

India ISSN 0970-9983, Vol. 44 No.
4, December 2014
40 Methodology for Simulating Shriniwas Arkatkar The International Journal of

Heterogeneous Traffic on S Velmurugan Transportation Research. Maney
Expressways in Developing Ravikiran P Online Publisher, DOI: http://dx.doi.
Countries: A Case Study in India Balaji P org/10.1179/1942787515Y.0000000
Sukrit Narula 008.
41 Patch Fill: An Innovative Method P K Jain Indian Road Congress Bulletin, Page
for Repair of Potholes Siksha Swaroopa Kar No 45-48, January 2015.


42 Feasibility of Using Locally U K Guru Vittal Civil Engineering & Construction
Available Materials for Rural Road S Gangopadhyay Review, New Delhi, Vol 28, No 2,
Construction pp 48-52, Feb 2015.
43 Recent R&D Achievements of CSIR- S Gangopadhyay Current Science, Bangalore, Feb
CRRI in Road Transportation Sector U K Guru Vittal 2015
44 Comparison of Mechanistic Siksha Swaroopa Kar Indian Journal of Engineering &

Characteristics of Cold, Mild Sravani A Materials Sciences, Vol 22, Pg 85-
Warm and Half Warm Mixes for P K Jain 92, Feb., 2015
Bituminous Road Construction
45 Assessment of Visual Traits of Neelima Chakraborty The Global Journal for Research
Heavy Vehicle Drivers in India S Velmurugan Analysis, Volume: 4, Issue:4 ISSN
Kamini Gupta No. 2277 - 8160, 2015.
Reetesh Rikku
Shriya Shatakshi
46 Stabilised Cinder Waste Material A K Sinha Indian Highways,Vol.31,No.3,

for Construction of Pavement V G Havangi pp.43-49,2015
Layers Alok Ranjan
Sudhir Mathur
V K Kanaujia
47 Environmental Auditing as a Risk Shweta Gaur Environmental Engineering &

Management Tool : Case Study of Niraj Sharma Management Journal, 2015, (SCI
an Automobile Axle Manufacturing Rajni Dhyani Journal ) (H Index =29) (SJR=0.49)
Unit in India Anil Singh
48 Challenges of Small Protected Niraj Sharma Environment, Development &

Areas in Urban Cities : A Case P Kaur Sustainability, Springer, 2015, (DOI
Study of Okhla Bird Sanctuary, R Dhyani 10.1007/s10668-015-0628-z), (SCI,
India S Gangopadhyay IF-1.258)
49 Characterization of Ambient PM Pallavi Pant Atmospheric Environment 109

2.5 at a Pollution Hotspot in New Anuradha Shukla (2015) 178-189,
Delhi, India and Inference of Steven D Kohl doi.org/10.1016/j.
Sources Judith C Chow atmosenv.2015.02.074
John G Watson
Roy M Harrison
50 Pavement Maintenance Akash C Prakasan International Journal of Pavement

Prioritization of Urban Roads Using Devesh Tiwari Research and Technology (IJPRT),
Analytical Hierarchy Process Yogesh U Shah Chinese Society of Pavement
Manoranjan Parida Engineering, ISSN 1997 - 1400,
Volume 8 N0. 2, March 2015, pp.
112 122.


51 Urban Mobility Trends in Indian Ashish Verma A Book Chapter published in the
Cities and Its Implications S Velmurugan Book titled, Developing Country
Sanjay Singh Perspectives on Public Service
Anjula Gurtoo Delivery, pp. 95 - 116; DOI:
T V Ramanayya 10.1007/978-81-322-2160-9_7;
Malvika Dixit Online ISBN:978-81-322-2160-9;
Publisher; Springer, India
52 Free Speed Modeling for Urban A Mohan Rao Journal of Periodica Polytechnica
Arterials - A Case Study on Delhi K Ramachandra Rao Transportation Engineering, DOI
No. 10.3311//pptr.7599, Period.
Polytech. Transp. Eng., Vol. 43, No.
3 (2015)
53 National Comprehensive Amit Dahiya World Association of Sustainable

Assessment of Sustainability Ravindra Kumar Development, 2015, Outlook 2015
Indicators for Public Transportation E Madhu
System Including Pedestrians and Sanjeev Sinha
Feeder Services A Case Study of
Delhi
54 Determination of Combined Ravindra Kumar World Association of Sustainable
Exposure Factor of different Errampalli Madhu Development, 2015, Outlook 2015
Transport related Environmental Anil Maan
Pollutants by Assessing Air Quality Sanjeev Sinha
and Noise Levels: A Case Study of
Delhi
55 Impact of Train Schedule on Jiten Shah Journal of Advances in Civil
Pedestrian Movement on Stairway Gaurang Joshi Engineering, Hindawi, 297807, pp.
at Suburban Rail Transit Station in Purnima Parida 1-9, SCI, 2015.
Mumbai Shriniwas Arkatkar
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Publications Papers Published in Seminars/Conferences
S.No Name of the Conference Title of the Paper Author Attended by

1 International Conference on Green Buildings: S Gaur Rajni Dhyani
Innovations and Advances An Analysis of R Dhyani Lakshmy P
in Civil Engineering Towards Sustainability Efforts in N Sharma
Green and Sustainable India A Singh
Systems, Coimbatore
Characterization of C Kamraj
Institution of Technology,
Thermal, Rheological Devesh Tiwari
Coimbatore, April 28-30, 2014
and Microscopic
Properties of Crumb
Rubber Modified
Binders
Advancements Towards Lakshmy P

Sustainable Road
Infrastructure in Delhi
2 Emerging Technologies in R K Garg

Construction Industry, PHD
Chamber of Commerce, New
Delhi, April 30, 2014
3 Colloquium on Transportation Determination of Cheeti Sai Abhishek Cheeti Sai

Systems Engineering and Critical Gap on Mukti Advani Abhishek
Management, NIT Calicut, Unsignalised Three S Velmurugan
May 12-13, 2014 Armed Intersections- P V Pradeep Kumar
Case Study
Roadway Capacity Anamika Yadav

Estimation for Multi- Ashutosh Arun
Lane Inter-Urban S Velmurugan
Highways in India
Estimation of Capacity Umesh Shroff

of Four Lane Divided A Mohan Rao
Urban Roads S Velmurugan
Multinomial Logistic Kamini Gupta

Regression Modelling Ravindra Kumar
for Perception Neelima Chakraborty
Evaluation of Satyendra Tomar
Commuters to Work
Using Bus
Access Strategies Kamini Gupta

Around Schools -A Neelima Chakraborty
Case Study In East Geetanjali Singh
Delhi Satyendra Tomar

Papers Published in Seminars/Conferences Publications

Pedestrian Flow Jiten Shah
Behavior Analysis Gaurang Joshi
For Stairway at Busy Purnima Parida
Suburban Rail Transit Shriniwas Arkatkar
Station in India
4 Conference on Womens Gender Appraisal of Taru Jain
Issues in Transportation, Mobility Patterns and Purnima Parida
Transportation Research Instances of Exclusion
Board, USA, Paris, May 2014 for Working Population
in Delhi
5 Urban Environmental Road Dust Source P Pant Pallavi Pant
Pollution and Climate Change Profiles for India S J Baker
and Urban Environment and UK. In: Urban A Shukla
(UEP2014), Sheraton Centre, Environmental R M Harrison
Toronto, Canada. June 12-15, Pollution Climate
2014 Change and Urban
Environment
Particle Size P Pant

Distribution of R Goel
Particulate Matter: A S Guttikunda
Case Study of Delhi A Shukla
R M Harrison
6 Seminar on Sustainable E-Waste for Future R.K. Panigrahi R.K. Panigrahi

Development of Mineral & Alternative Road
Earth Resources (SDMniER- Material
2014), The Indian Mining
& Engineering Journal, New
Delhi, June 21-22, 2014
7 IABSE, Seminar on Elevated Level of Service Based Lakshmy P Lakshmy P

Transport Corridor, Mysore, Maintenance Strategy
June 27-28, 2014. for Structures of
Elevated Corridors
8 Role of Insurance Sector in S S Gaharwar
Road Safety, IRF, New Delhi,
July 12, 2014
9 One Day Workshop on Nano Rina Singh
Probe Techniques, Nano Scale
Research Facility-IIT Delhi
in association with Materials
and Research Society of India
(MRSI), July 14, 2014.


10 Conference on Transport No. of Scientist
Noise & Abatement Measures,
CSIR-CRRI, July 16-17, 2014
11 ICI Workshop on Evaluation of Lakshmy P Lakshmy P
Waterproofing Technologies Properties of Unbonded
for Civil Construction, New Waterproofing
Delhi, July 18-19, 2014. Membranes for Use on
Bridge Decks
12 5th Regional Conference, Bitumen Emulsion Siksha Swaroopa Kar S Gangopadhyay
SARF/IRF 2014 - Better based Low Energy Sravani A T K Amla
Roads Moving Africa, and Mild Warm Mixes for P K Jain Siksha
Trade Exhibition, Pretoria, Maintenance of Roads Swaroopa Kar
September 2-4, 2014
13 Recent Trends in Segmental P Lakshmy
Construction and Retrofitting S S Gaharwar
of Bridges and Flyovers, BRO, V V L K Rao
New Delhi, September 5-6, Rajeev Goel
2014 A K Dhal
S K Sharma
Pardeep Kumar
14 National Seminar on Road S S Gaharwar
Safety During Dark Hours,
IRF, New Delhi, September
13, 2014
15 Knowledge Management S K Sharma
& Knowledge Sharing in
Organisation, IIPA, New
Delhi, September 22-26, 2014
16 India Infrastructure Summit, S S Gaharwar
2014 on Indias Transport
Sector: Convergence &
Connectivity, FICCI, New
Delhi, September 23, 2014.
17 Workshop on Development of No. of Scientist
Greener Roads, CSIR-CRRI,
New Delhi, October 5, 2014
18 International Conference Efforts Towards Pradeep Kumar
on Sustainable Civil Development of K Sitaramanjaneyulu
Infrastructure 2014 (ICSCI), Sustainable Road Asset
The India Section of Management System
American Society of Civil
Engineers (ASCEIS), IIT,
Hyderabad, October 17-18,
2014.


19 International Conference Quality Enhancement Ravinder Kumar Kamini Gupta
for Women Engineers and Parameters for Buses in Kamini Gupta Geetanjali Singh
Scientist, California, October India Neelima Chakrabarty
23-25, 2014. Satender Tomar
Driver Behaviour Neelima Chakrabarty
and Psychophysical Kamini Gupta
Characteristics Geetanjali Singh
in Indian Traffic
Conditions
Introduction to Traffic Geetanjali Singh
Congestion Detection Neelima Chakrabarty
on Indian Roads using Kamini Gupta
Vehicular Ad-Hoc
Networks (VANETs)
20 National Symposium on Nano Technology and Y C Tiwari Y C Tiwari
Instrumentation NSI 39, Concrete
October 2014
21 26th ARRB Conference on Fourier Transfer Satish Pandey J B Sengupta
Research Driving Efficiency, Infrared Spectroscopy - J B Sengupta
Sydney, October, 2014 A Tool for Detection of
Hydrated Lime Content
in Hot Mix Asphalt
22 9th International Symposium Application of Non- Rajeev Goel Lakshmy P
on Advanced Science and Destructive Evaluation S K Sharma R K Garg
Technology in Experimental Techniques for G K Sahu Rajeev Goel
Mechanics, Japanese Society Assessment of Present Rajeev Garg S K Sharma
for Experimental Mechanics Condition of Concrete Lakshmy P G K Sahu
(JSEM), New Delhi November Bridges
01-06, 2014
Performance G K Sahu
Monitoring of Rajeev Garg
Bridges through Rajeev Goel
Instrumentation Lalita Jangpangi
P Lakshmy
23 5th Indian Rock Conference, Rock Fracture Rock R K Panigrahi R K Panigrahi
ISRMTT, New Delhi, Chemistry and Rock
November 12-14, 2014 Engineering Studies for
Hill Rock
24 International Conference on Cathodic Protection V V L K Rao V V L K Rao
Corrosion (CORCON 2014), for Prevention and Lakshmy P Lakshmy P
Mumbai, November 12-15, Rehabilitation of
2014. Reinforcement
Corrosion in Concrete
Structures


25 BAQ 2014 EST Integrated Chemical Pallavi Pant Pallavi Pant
Conference of Better Characterization of Stephen J Baker
Air Quality 2014 and Particulate Matter in Rahul Goel
Intergovernmental 8th New Delhi, India Sarath Guttikunda
Regional EST Forum in Anubha Goel
Asia, Colombo, Sri Lanka, Anuradha Shukla
November 19-21, 2014 Steve D Kohl
John G Watson
Judith C Chow
Roy M Harrison
26 National Seminar on Role Rajeev Garg

of Consulting Engineers, S S Gaharwar
Contractors, Developers and
Authorities in Infrastructure
Development, CEAI, New
Delhi, November 28-29, 2014
27 2nd International Congress on Utilization of J B Sengupta V V L Kanta Rao

Durability of Concrete (ICDC), Supplementary Dinesh Ganvir Sushil Kumar
New Delhi, December 4-6, Cementitious Material P Lakshmy
2014. as Eco-Friendly Road Lincy Verghese
Construction G K Sahu
S K Sharma
An Overview on Effects Lincy Verghese Rajeev Goel
on Nanosilica on V V L Kanta Rao Rajeev Garg
Durability of Concrete Lakshmy P Dinesh Ganvir
Durability Properties M Surya J B Sengupta
on Recycled Aggregate V V L Kanta Rao
Concrete Containing Lakshmy P
Fly Ash
A Laboratory Study V V L Kanta Rao
on the Performance Sushil Kumar
of Silane Based P Lakshmy
Hydrophobic Coatings Rajeev Garg
on Concrete
28 7th International Conference Bimetallic Rina Singh Rina Singh

on Nano, Department of Nanocomposites for R K Soni
IT, S&T, Government Surface Enhanced
of Karnataka under the Raman Spectroscopy
guidance of Vision Group on (Poster Presentation)
Nanotechnology led by Bharat
Ratna Prof C.N. Rao, FRS,
Bangalore, Dec 5-6, 2014.


29 International Conference Free Flow Speed Ch Ravi Sekhar Purnima Parida
on Transportation Planning Analysis of Two Lane J Nataraju E Madhu
and Implementation Inter Urban Highways S Velmurugan K Ravinder
Methodologies for Developing Pradeep Kumar Ch Ravi Sekhar
Countries (11th TPMDC), IIT, K Sitaramanjaneyulu
Mumbai, December 10-12,
A Critical Review of Devesh Tiwari
2014.
Endurance Limits of P K Jain
Bituminous Mixes for Gagandeep Singh
Developing Countries
Use of RAP Stabilized Anil Praduma T

by Hot Mix Recycling P K Jain
Agent in Bituminous
Road Construction
Adaptation of HDM-4 Yogesh U Shah
Tool for Strategic S S Jain
Analysis of Urban Devesh Tiwari
Roads Networks
Characterization of Shiksha Swaroop Kar
Bituminous Mixes Khushboo Arora
Containing Harder P K Jain
Grade Bitumen
Comparison of Uni and Shahbaz Khan
Bi-directional Rutting M N Nagabhushana
in Flexible Pavement Devesh Tiwari
with Accelerated P K Jain
Pavement Testing
Facility
Analysis of Saturation Subhash Chand
Flow at Signalized Neelam J Gupta
Intersection in Urban
Area
Mode Choice Analysis Ch Ravi Sekhar
Using Random forrest Minal
Decision Trees E Madhu
30 15th Symposium on Seismic Risk Kashif Quamar- Kashif Q I
Earthquake Engineering, IIT Assessment of Typical Inqualabi Rajeev Garg
Roorkee, December 11-13, Urban Bridges Rajeev Garg
2014
31 12th International Conference Strain Monitoring of Umesh Tiwari
on Fiber Optics and Photonics Concrete Bridge Using Rajeev Garg
2014, IIT Kharagpur, Fiber Bragg Grating
December 13-16, 2014. Sensors


32 International Conference Laser Assisted Rina Singh Rina Singh
on Recent Advances Synthesis of Hollow R K Soni
in Nanoscience and Aluminium Micro/
Nanotechnology, JNU, Nanoparticles in
December 15-16, 2014 Polymer Matrix
33 AGU Conference 2014, San Variation of Site Srijan Agarwal Srijan Agarwal
Francisco, US, December 15- Specific Pollutants Anuradha Shukla
19, 2014, with Vehicular Traffic
in New Delhi: A Case
Study
34 Indian Geotechnical A Rock Chemistry for R.K. Panigrahi R.K. Panigrahi

Conference, (IGC-2014) Slope Stabilization Jai Bhagwan
Kakinada, India, December A K Sinha
18-20, 2014. V G Havangi
Use of Marginal Jai Bhagwan T K Amla
Materials for Rural U K Guru Vittal R C Agarwal
Road Construction -
Some Recent Initiatives
Stabilisation of Tunnel A K Sinha
Muck Yard at Jammu & V G Havangi
Kashmir Link, P S Prasad
Kishor Kumar
Design of Capillary V K Kanaujia
Cutoff for Rural Road A K Sinha
P S Prasad
V G Havangi
Experimental Studies A K Sinha

of Jarofix Embankment V G Havangi
Model V K Arora
35 Structural Engineering Effect of Overweight Vasvi Aggarwal Vasvi Aggarwal

Convention on Advances Trucks on Fatigue Lakshmy P Lakshmy P
in Structural Engineering, Damage of Bridges Surya M
Springer India, IIT Delhi, V V L K Rao
December 21-22, 2014. Study on Some Surya M
Properties of Recycled Lakshmy P
Aggregate Concrete V V L K Rao
with Flyash
36 Landslide Science for a Safer Highways vs. Kishor Kumar
Geoenvironment, Vol. 2, Part Landslides and their Lalita Jangpangi
V, Springer International Consequences in S Gangopadhyay
Publishing Switzer Land pp Himalaya
583-588. (2014)


Monitoring of Critical Kishor Kumar
Himalayan Landslides P S Prasad
and Design of A Kathait
Preventive Measures Indervir Negi
37 International Conference Analysis of Pedestrian Jiten Shah

on Traffic and Transport Flow Characteristics Gaurang Joshi
Engineering, ICTTE, on Stairways at Busy Purnima Parida
BELGRADE, 2014 Suburban Railway Shriniwas Arkatkar
Station in India
38 75th Annual Session of Indian Assessment of Roads Pradeep Kumar No. of Scientist
Roads Congress, Bhubaneswar in the State of Odisha N C Pal
January 18-22, 2015. Using Automated Data K Sitaramanjaneyulu
Collection Techniques B C Pradhan
BRTS-A Sustainable M Parida

Public Transport Anshuman Sharma
Option Ch Ravi Sekhar
State-of Art Devesh Tiwari
Technologies in Data Pradeep Kumar
Collection for Road S Gangopadhyay
Asset Management
39 94th Annual Transportation Empirical Study Jiten Shah

Research Board (TRB) of Bidirectional Gaurang Joshi
Meeting, Washington DC, Movement on Stairway Purnima Parida
USA, January 11-15, 2015. at a Suburban Railway Shriniwas Arkatkar
Station in India
40 National Seminar on Rock Chemistry and R.K. Panigrahi
Landslide: Management Rock Fracture Studies
& Mitigation Strategies for Rock Engineering
(LAMAMIS-2015), DTRL & Investigation of Hill
DRDO, Delhi, February 5-6, Rock Slope
2015.
41 14th Annual International Study on Effect of Siksha S Kar Dr. P K Jain
Conference on Asphalt, Viscosity on Foaming P K Jain
Pavement Engineering and Characteristics of A K Swamy
Infrastructure at Liverpool Bitumen Devesh Tiwari
John Moores University
School of the Built
Environment and Sustainable
Technologies (BEST) Research
Institute, Centre for Materials
Technology, Liverpool, UK,
February 11-12, 2015.


Evaluation of Flexible Sanjay Deori
Pavement Performance Rajan Choudhary
Using Laser Based Devesh Tiwari
Multifunction S Gangopadhyay
Automated Road
Survey System
Studies on Use of Air- P K Jain

cooled Blast Furnace J B Sengupta
Slag as Aggregate in R K Swami
Road Construction Gagandeep Singh
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Exhibition on Adoption of Dinesh Ganvir
Innovative Technologies R C Agarwal
and Materials for Road
Construction in India,
Indian Academy of Highway
Engineers (MoRTH) February
20-21, 2015.
44 Innovations in Civil Use of Construction S S Gaharwar
Engineering (BITCON-2015), and Demolition Waste Shraddha Sharma
Bhilai Institute of Technology, (CDW) in Concrete A R K Garg
Durg, February 20-21, 2015. Paradigm Shift
45 4th Science Technology V V L Kanta Rao
and Emerging Trends in Rajeev Goel
Governance for Scientists and
Technologists, February 23-27,
2015
46 Bhartiya Vigyan Sammelan Environment Friendly Sangeeta
2015, Goa, February, 2015 Road Construction Yash Pandey
Approach Used for Vandena Tare
Reducing Global Ajay Jain
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47 All India Seminar on New Experimental Study on Ishant Sinha Rakesh Kumar
Developments in Use of Commercially Available Rakesh Kumar
Alternate Materials for Recycled Aggregate
Concrete (AMCON-2015), from Construction &
ICI Nagpur Chapter Nagpur, Demolition Debris (on
India, March 13-14, 2015 CD)
Recycling and Reuse Rajeev Goel

of Building Waste in Prem C Sharma
Construction Projects
Importance for Indian
Conditions
Light Weight Concrete Prem C Sharma

Produced by Recycling Rajeev Goel
and Reuse of Aerated
Autoclaved Concrete
Waste
48 Indo-UK Seminar on Green Strength and Durability Lakshmy P Lakshmy P

Construction Materials for Properties of Recycled
Sustainable Build (GCMSB- Aggregate Concrete for
2015), New Delhi, March Structural Applications
28-29, 2015.

Staff of the CSIR-CRRI (As on 31st March, 2015)
Director Traffic & Transportation Planning (TTP)

Gangopadhyay S. (Dr.), M.Tech. (Transportation
System), M.Sc. (Transportation), Ph.D. Traffic Engineering & Road Safety (TES)
Shukla Anuradha (Dr.), Chief Scientist & Advisor,
R&D Management, M.Sc., M.Tech. (Corrosion
Bridges & Structures (BAS) Science), P.G. Diploma in Ecology & Environment
Garg R. K. (Dr.), M.Tech, Ph.D. (Head) Science, Ph.D.
Velmurugan, S. (Dr.) M.E., Ph.D. (Transportation
Scientists/Technical Officers Engineering) (Head)
Bhushan Shashi Kumar, Diploma in Civil Engg.
AMIE Scientists/Technical Officers
Ashutosh Arun, M.Tech
Dhal A. K., M.Tech.
Biswas S.K., Draughtsman
Gaharwar.S. S., M.E. (Structure)
Chakraborty Neelima (Dr.), M.A., (Psycho.), P.G.
Goyal J. K., M.E. (Structures) (On Deputation) Dip. (Environmental Psycho.), Ph.D
Goel Rajeev (Dr.), M.E. (Structural Engineering), Gautam S.P., B.A., LLB
Ph.D. Gupta Kamini, M.Tech. (Transportation Planning)
Kumar Narendra, M. Sc. Gupta Neelam J. (Dr.), M Sc, M. Phil (Computer
Lakshmy P. (Dr), Chief Scientist M.E., Ph.D. Application), Ph.D. (Numerical Analysis)
Nataraju J. (Dr.), M.E. (Highways) Ph. D.
Pradeep Kumar, M.E. (Structure Engineering)
Rao A. Mohan, M.Tech. (Transportation
Prakash Suraj (Dr.), M.E. (Earthquake Engineering),
Engineering)
Ph.D. (On Deputation)
Sher Singh, B.Sc.
Rana, M.S, ITI
Subhash Chand, M.E. (Highways)
Rana Rajesh, Diploma in Mechanical Engg. Ummat S.K., B.Com (Retired in April, 2014
Rao U.S., M.Tech. (Structure)
S&T and Supporting Staff
Rao V.V.L.K. (Dr.), M.Sc., Ph.D.
Bhel Sushma, Intermediate
Sahu G.K., M.E. (Structure)
Mutreja Daleep ,B.Com
Sharma S.K. (Dr.), M.E. (Structure) Ph.D
Mehto Jag Lal, Non-Matric
Sushil Kumar, B.Sc., Dip. in Civil Engg., AMIE Narender Kumar, Matric
Yogender K. Singh, Dip. Electronics Raj Bala, Non-Matric
Singh Satyabir, SSC, ITI (Printing)
Verma Rajan, Diploma in Civil Engg.
Kumar Vijay, ITI, Dip. in Civil Engg.
Ranjan Aniket, ITI.
Ram Lakhan
Rajveer Singh, Non-Matric Transportation Planning (TP)
Satish Kumar, B.A. Parida Purnima (Dr.), M.A. (Economics), M.Tech.,
Singh Surinder, ITI (Left on 27.11.2014) Ph.D (Head)
Verma Surender Kumar, Diploma in Civil Scientists/Technical Officers

Engineering Akhtar Nasim, M.Tech. (Environmental Engg.)

Advani Mukti (Dr), M.E. (Transportation Pavement Engineering Area (PEA)
Engineering), Ph.D.
Bhandari Kirti (Dr.), M.Sc. (Envirnmental Engg.), Advisory Group
Ph.D. Jain P.K. (Dr.), Chief Scientist, Advisor, R&D
Errampalli Madhu (Dr.) M.Tech (Transportation Management
Planning), Ph. D Sharma, B. M., Chief Scientist & Area Advisor
H. Lokeshwar, M.Sc. (Electronics) (Consultancy & Management)
Kamraj C., M.E. (Transportation Planning) Sitaramanjaneyulu K., M.E. (Highway Engg.)
(on Study Leave) Sengupta J.B., M.Sc. (Applied Chemistry)
Padma S., M.Tech. (on Study Leave)
Sangeeta (Dr.), Ph.D. (Polymer Chemistry)
Gupta S.K., Diploma in Draughtsmanship (Mech.)
Sudesh Kumar, M.Sc. (Chemistry)
Ravinder K., (Dr.), M. Tech. (Transportation Engg.)
Ph.D. Srivastava R.K., M.Tech.
Ravinder Kumar (Dr.) ME (Transportation Engg.), Pavement Design & Rhabilitation Group
Ph.D.
Nagabhushana M.N., M.Sc. (Highway Engg.)
Ravi Sekhar Ch. (Dr.), M.E. (Transportation
(Group Coordinator)
Engineering), Ph.D.
Singh Jagdish, Intermediate Scientists/Technical Officers
Dass Shankh., B.E. (Civil)
Devi Shakuntla, Non-Matric Dinesh V. Ganvir, M.E. (Highways &
Transportation)
Kumar Sanjay, M.A. (Pub. Admn.), B.Lib.
Rakesh Kumar (Dr.), M.Tech, Ph.D. (Civil Engg)
Environmental Science (ES) Shukla Manoj, M.Tech. (Highway Engg.)
Sharma Niraj (Dr.), M.Tech. (Environmental
Singh Ajay Pal, Diploma in Civil Engg.
Engg.), Ph.D. (Head)
Singh Madan Pal, B.Sc.
Scientists/Technical Officers Mittal Abhishek, M.Tech. (Transportation Engg.)
Singh Anil (Dr.), M. Phil (Environmental Sciences),
Ph.D. (Environmental Science) S&T and Supporting Staff
P.V. Pradeep Kumar, M.E. (Mech.), M.B.A., Hembran Panchanan, Dip. in Mechanical
Chauhan Sippy K. (Dr.), Ph.D. (Chemistry) Engineering)
Singh Rina, M. Tech.(Material Science), Ph. D Lohani G.C., B.A., L.L.B.
(Nanotechnology, Physics)
Pant Ashok, Higher Secondary
S&T and Supporting Staff Singh P.R., B.Sc.
Kumar Devender, Matric, ITI (Motor Mech.)
Pavement Matrials & Construction
Chaudhary Neha, Diploma in PHE Technologies Group
Daya Ram, B.A.
Jain Sunil, M.E. (Transportation Engg.) (Group
Kumar Devender, Matric, ITI (Motor Mech.) Coordinator) upto Dec.2014
Sethi Sarita, B.A. Sen Gupta J.B, M.Sc (Applied Chemistry ) w.e.f.
Singh Brij Mohan, Matric Jan2015

Scientists/Technical Officers Dhiman Neha, ITI

Behl Ambika, M.Tech. (Chemical Engineering) Pardesi R.C., B.Sc. (Retired in July 2014)
Binod Kumar, M.E. (Hill Area Development Ram Lal, Non-Matric
Engineering)
Rishi S. K., B.Com., Diploma in Book Keeping &
Gajendra Kumar, M.Tech. (Transportation Engg.) Accountancy
Goel Pankaj, M.Tech (Const. Engg. & Management)
Singh Attar, Diploma in Civil Engineering
Kumar Shanta, B.Sc., L.L.B.
Singh Pratap , Metric ,ITI
Sharma Girish, M. Tech (Chemical Engg.)
Singh Mahinder Prasad
Shiksha Swaroopa Kar, M.Tech.
Subhash
Singh Gagandeep, M.Tech. (Infrastructure &
Disaster Mitigation in Road)
Pandey Satish, B.E. (Civil), M.Tech. (Transportation Geotechnical Engineering Area
Engineering)
Advisory Group
Sakkarwal N.K., B.A.
Sudhir Mathur, M.Tech (SM & FE), Chief Scientist
S&T and Supporting Staff Kumar Kishor (Dr.), Ph.D. (Geology Engineering),
Aashia, I.T.I. Chief Scientist & Area Advisor (Consultancy &
Raghusaran, Non-Matric Management)
Saini Karuna, M.A. (Economics) Jai Bhagwan, M.Sc. (Physics), Chief Scientist &
Area Advisor (R&D)
Singh Balbir, Non Metric
Singh Manoj Kumar, B.E. (Civil) Guruvittal U. K., M.E. (Highway),
Singh Nihendra, B.A. Ground Improvement Group

Singh Surender, ITI (Retired in November, 2014) Havangi Vasant. G. (Dr.), M.Tech, Ph.D. (Highway
& Geotech Engg.), (Group Coordinator)
Road Asset Management Group
Tiwari Devesh (Dr.), M.E (Transportation Engg.), Scientists/Technical Officer
Ph.D (Group Coordinator) Arun Uma, M.Sc. (Chemistry)
Scientists/Technical Officers Beg Raj, B. Sc

Kanaujia V. K., M.Tech. (Geotechnical Engg.)
Pradeep Kumar, M.Sc. (Physics), M. Phil
(Instrumentation) Prasad Prema, M.A.
Sagar A. K., B.Sc. Engg. (Civil), MBA, M.Tech. Pramada Valli P. (Dr.), M.Sc. (Applied Geology),
(Environmental Engg.) Ph.D. (Applied Maths)
Jain A. K., M.E. Hons. (Transportation Engg.) Parvathi G.S ,M.Tech.
Rampal, B.Sc. Saurikhia A, M.Sc (Env.Engg.) PQDPM, AMIE w.e.f
Rao Y.V., M.Sc. (Maths) Aug.2014
Rastogi Sarita, Higher Secondary, Diploma in Swami R.K., M.Sc. (Chemistry)
Commercial Art Sinha Anil Kumar, M.Tech. (Geotech. Engg.)
S&T and Supporting Staff S&T and Supporting Staff

Amit Kumar, B.Tech (Civil) Jamdar Mehto, Non-Matric
Gauba A.K., Intermediate (Retired in March 2015) Saha Sunil Chander, Matric

Landslide Management Group S&T and Supporting Staff

Singh Kanwar, M.Tech. (Geotechnical Engg.), Prakash Dinesh, Non-Matric
(Group Coordinator)
Information, Liaison & Training (ILT)
Scientists/Technical Officers Amla T. K., M.Sc. (Chemistry), Associateship
Ganesh J., M.Tech.(Geotechnical Engg.)(on in Information Science, M. Phil. Science
deputation) Communication & Journalism (Chief Scientist &
Goel Nitesh K., M.Tech (Transportation) Head)
Gupta Pankaj, (Dr.), Ph.D (Engg. Geology) Scientists/Technical Officers
Murugesan.V., SSLC Agarwal R.C., B.E. (Mechanical Engg.), AMIE,
Panigrahi R. K., M.Sc.Tech. (Applied Geology). PG-PDQM (TQM), C. Engr. (I)
Prasad P.S., M.E. (Geotechnical Engg.). Arora Anita, M.Sc. (Chemistry) (Retd. in July 2014)
Ranjan Alok, M.Tech. (Engineering Geology) Jain Kavita, M.Com
Meena M.K., M.Tech. (Civil)
Pal Pratyush Kumar, M.Sc. (Computer Science)
Hari Ram, Non-Matric
Rekha, I.T.I., B.A. S&T and Supporting Staff
Surinder Kumar, Non-Matric Batra Bhupinder Singh, B.Com.
Khan Amin Ali, M.A. (Political Science)
HRD & Project Management (HRP) Sumitra Bai, Non-Matric
Mathur Sudhir, M.Tech (SM & FE) (Area Advisor) Photo Section
Kumar Ashok, Certificate Course in Colour
Planning Monitoring & Evaluation (PME)
Photography
Dr. Kanaga Durai B. (Dr.), M.A. (Eco), M.R. P.
Singh Rajbir, B.A.
(Regional Planning) Ph. D (Head)
Scientists/Technical Officers Quality Management

Ravinder D., Diploma in Computer Engg., BCA, Bharadwaj R.S., M.Sc., Associateship
MCA in Information Science, M.Phil (Science
Saxena Anshul, M.Tech (IT) Communication & Journalism) (Head)
S&T and Supporting Staff Scientists/Technical Officers

Santosh, Non-matric Kannan S., M.Sc.
Sri Lal, H.S.C. S&T and Supporting Staff
Technology Management & Business Kumar Sunil, B.A.
Development Cell & EPR Cell
Saurikhia A., M.Sc. (Env. Engg.), PGDPM, AMIE Computer & Networking (CCN)
(Head upto 12th Aug. 2014) Dutta R. N. (Dr.), M.Sc. (Operational Research),
Khan Farhat Zahoor, M.Tech (Geotechnical) Head, Ph.D. (Head)
w.e.f. 13th Aug. 2014
Scientists/Technical Officer
Scientists/Technical Officers Dubey Vivek, M.C.A., PGDBM (Finance &
Aggarwal Nidhi, M.Sc. (Chemistry) Marketing)

Mariappan S., M.C.A. Sharma N.K, Diploma in Mechanical Engg., B.A.,
Rajasekhar B., M.Sc. B.Tech. ( Mechanical )
Rani Reeta, M.Sc. (IT), M.B.A. Sharma Ashok Kumar, Inter, I.T.I. (Motor Mech.)
Masih Kamla, M.C.A. Singh Bir, I.T.I. (Retired in November, 2014)

Singh Gurdeep, Non-Matric (Retired in October,
S&T and Supporting Staff 2014)
Kumar Anil, Diploma in Computer Singh Bhim, Non-Metric (Expired on March 20,
Kaushal Vijay Kumar, MCA 2015)
Singh Satnam, Matric, I.T.I., National
Manpreet, M.E. (Electronics & Communication
Apperentiship Certificate
Engg.)
Mohd. Irshad, Diploma in Draftsmanship (Mech.)
Shiv Lal, Diploma in Computer
Sinha Preeti, B.C.A. S&T and Supporting Staff
Kishan Swroop, ITI (Electrical/Wireman Course)
Instrumentation (INS) Kumar Om, B.A., I.T.I.
Sharma D.C., B.E. (Elect), M.Tech (Computers) Meena Babu Lal, Non-Matric
(Head) Om Prakash, I.T.I. (Fitting)
Scientists/Technical Officers Ram Pal, Non-Matric
Chadda Renu, M.Sc. (Botany) Sachdeva H. L., M.E. (Mech. Engineering)

Singh Lakhbinder, H.Sc., I.T.I. (Motor Mech.)
Jangpangi Lalita, B.Sc. (Engg.)
Singh Mohan, Higher Secondary (Retired in June,
Meshram P.C., M.Tech. (Digital Communication
2014)
Engg.)
Sunil Kumar,
Saini R.P., B.Sc., Diploma (Electronic Engg.)
Sunil Datt, Non-Matric
Satish Kumar, Diploma (Electronics &
Communication)
Subodh Kumar, M.S., M.B.A.
Documentation & Library Services (DLS)
Ashok Kumar (Dr), M.Sc., M.L.I.Sc. Ph.D.,
Tiwari Y.C., M.Sc. (Physics)
(Chief Scientist) Head upto 31st August 2014)
S&T and Supporting Staff Chhabra Pavan, M.Sc. (Physics), M.LI.Sc, Head
Kapoor K.J.S., B.Com, I.T.I. w.e.f. 1st September, 2014
Shukla Jai Prakash, Matric Scientists/Technical Officers

Paswan Bhawesh Aggarwal Neera, M.A., B.LI. Sc., Associateship in
Information Science
Mechanical Engineering Support Mohpatra Mitali, DLISc., PDLSc., MLSc., PGDLAN
Bharadwaj, R. S., M.Sc, Associateship Ravinder Kumar, M.A. (Pub.Adm.) Diploma in
in Information Science, M.Phil (Science Offset Printing Technology
Communication & Journalism) (Head)
Scientists/Technical Officers Ching Lydia, B.Sc., MLISc.
Arora Ashok Kumar, M.A., Dip. in Auto Engg. Indu Rani, B.A.
Gola Kewal Krishan, Sharma Dev Dutt, Matric

Post-Graduate Research Programme (PGRP) Horticulture

Jain P. K. (Dr.), Ph.D. (Chemistry) (Chief Scientist Jai Bhagwan, M. Sc. Physics, Head
& Coordinator) Ashok Kumar, M.Sc. (Hort.) (In-charge)
Dr. Kanaga Durai B. (Dr.), M.A. (Eco), M.R. P.
(Regional Planning) Ph. D (Chairman Academic S&T and Supporting Staff
Committee) Raj Pal Singh Gautam
Rao V.V.L.K. (Dr.), M.Sc., Ph.D., In-charge Tek Chand
(Admission and Ph.D. Programme)
Electrical Section
Ravi Sekhar Ch. (Dr.), M.E. (Transportation
Engineering), Ph.D., In-charge (M.Tech.) Sharma D. C., B.E. (Elect.), M.Tech (Computers)
(Head)
Rajbhasha Unit Scientists & Technical Officers

Anang Pal Singh (Dr.), M.A. (Hindi), B.Ed., Ph.D. Suresh Chandra, B.E. (Electrical Engg.),
Dip. in Translation (In-charge) (Retired in July, (In-Charge)
2014)
Choudhary Sanjay, M.A., B.Ed., Adv. Dip. in
Computer (In-charge) w.e.f. August, 2014 Sant Ram, B.A.
Khuttan Santosh, B.A.
Thapa Tek Chand, B.A. Maharani Bagh Staff Quarters (MBSQ)
Sharma B.M., M.E. Transportation Engg., Area
Estate Services (ESS) Advisor
Tripathi A. K., Dip. in Civil Engg. (Head)
Civil Section
Sharma Neeraj (Dr.), Head Scientists & Technical Officers
Krishan Kant, Diploma (Civil Engg.)
Scientists & Technical Officers
Grover Sunil, B.E. (Civil)
Mukesh Kumar, M.Tech. (Construction Engg. &
Meena Muni Raj, B. Tech (Electrical)
Management)
Singh D.V., M.Sc.
Sabharwal A.K., B.E.(Civil), M.B.A. (Marketing)
Tara Chand, Dip. in Civil Engg.
Tyagi V.K., Dip. in Civil Engg.
Manjhi Raja Lal, Non-Matric
Bhatt Pankaj, Diploma in Civil Engineering
Prem Chand, Non-Matric
Choudhary Asif Hussain, B.Com.
Singh Babban, B.A
Gautam Pandey, Non-Matric
Shababuddin Khan, Non-Matric
Harish Kumar, ITI (Plumbing)
Kailash Kumar, Matric Directorate
Singh Bhanwar, Non-Matric Jetly Pushpa, B.A.
Varshney Vaibhav, Diploma in Civil Engineering Singh Kartar, Matric
Vinod Kumar, Non-Matric Singh Madhu Sudan, Non-Matric
Mohan Lal, Non-Matric. (Retired in June, 2014) Saini Sunita, HSc

Administration Vigilance Cell

Jitender Parasar (Controller of Administration) Singh Vandana D., (Section Officer)
Behl A.K. (Retired in June 30, 2014) Dhamija Aruna, B.A.
Kumar Vijay, HSc Kurian Sam, SSLC
Mehto Yoginder, Non-Matric Zaidi Meesam
Rakesh Kumar, Intermediate
Cash
Ravi Kumar, Non-Matric
Bhambota V.K., Matric
Sachdeva Priti, B.A. (Hons.) & Diploma in
Secretarial Practices, (Receptionist)
Singh Karam, Matric Finance & Account Section
Thakur Suresh Prasad, Matric M.K. Jain, C.O. (F & A) (Joined on June 6, 2014)
Avanish Kumar, SO (F&A)
Establishment-I
K.C. Paliwal, F & AO (Joined on September 25,
Vinod kumar, B.A. (Section Officer) 2014)
Kant Chander Indora Jai Prakash, F & AO (Transferred on Sept.,
Chopra Rajeev, Sr. Sec. 2014)
Dhingra S.K., B.Com Gurmeet Kaur, SO, F & A (Transferred on Feb 16,
Devi Sumitra, Non-Matric 2015)
Kaur Satinder, B.A. Malik Neelam, Matric
Mehto Sri Ram, Matric Nagi Vikas Singh
Phool Chandra, M.A., SO (F&A)
Establishment-II
Sharma Bishan Dass, B.A.
Sudhanshu Kumar, (Section Officer)
Singh Ajit Kumar, B. A.
Kumar Anil, B.A.
Singh Jagdish, Matric
Desraj
Shiv Narain, Non-Matric
Dinesh Kumar, Non-Matric
Madhu Bala, B.Com
Malhotra R.K., HSc Purchase Section
Sharma Ramesh Chand, H.Sc. Khanna Mukesh, Senior Store and Purchase
Officer
Singh Bhajan, B.A.
Kaushal Kishore, Dy. Store and Purchase Officer
Singh Gajai, Non-Matric
Bairagi K.
Talwar Baldev
Chhachhia Sumer Singh
Verghese Kunjumol, Senior Secondary
Dussy Virender Kumar
Personnel Cell Kumar Vijender, Matric
Shankar Sanjeev, (Section Officer) Rachna Kumari,
Bhatia Parveen, B.A., Certificate in Lib. Science Shah Ram Badan, Matric (Retired in December,
Dharam Pal, Non-Matric 2014)
Meena Murari Lal, B.A. Kumar Sujit, (Joined on July 22, 2014)
Rajan Tirkey, B.A. (Hons.) Verma Veena, M.A.

Store Section Acharya Keshav Ram

Kukreti C.M., HSc Balmiki Ramsai
Kumar Bijender Bariya Rajesh
Paswan Gore Lal, Matric Narayan Chet
Marwaha Vijay Kumar, B.Com (Retired in March, Singh Rajbir
2015) Singh Rajpat
Suraj
Security, Guest House and Canteen

Canteen
Security
Prakash Braham, (Manager)
Prakash Om, Non-Matric
Hem Kumar
Singh Dharam, (Care Taker) Kumari Kamlesh
Singh Ram, Non-Matric Kumar Manoj
Rao Ramesh
Guest House (Wing I & II) Singh Balbir
Pardesi R.C. (Manager), (Retired in July 2014) Singh Rajinder
Siddiqui Fasih Ahmed (Manager) Thapa Prem Bahadur,

Management Council
Dr. S.Gangopadhyay Chairman (Ex-officio )

Director, CSIR-CRRI
New Delhi
Prof. S.K. Bhattacharya Member

Director, CSIR-CBRI
Roorkee
Dr. Anuradha Shukla Member

Chief Scientist, CSIR-CRRI
New Delhi
Sh. N. Nagabhushana Member

Principal Scientist, CSIR-CRRI
New Delhi
Sh. P. Prasad Member

Sr. Scientist, CSIR-CRRI
New Delhi
Dr. Mukti Advani Member

Sr. Scientist, CSIR-CRRI
New Delhi
Dr. S.K.Sharma Member

Technical Officer, CSIR-CRRI
New Delhi
Dr. B.K.Durai Member (Ex-officio )

Head (PME Division), CSIR-CRRI
New Delhi
Finance & Accounts Officer Member (Ex-officio )
CSIR-CRRI
New Delhi
Sh. Jitender Parasar Member-Secretary (Ex-officio )
Controller of Administration
CSIR-CRRI
New Delhi

Research Council
Prof. M.R. Madhav Chairman Dr. Sudeep Kumar Member

Professor Head, Planning and Performance (Permanent
SUTEJA 159, Road No. 10 Division Invitee)
Banjara Hills, Council of Scientific & Industrial
Hydrabad Research,
Anusandhan Bhavan, 2-Rafi Marg
Prof. A.Veeraragavan Member New Delhi
Department of Civil Engineering
Prof. Partha Chakroborthy Member
Indian Institute of Technology,
Department of Civil Engineering
Madras, Chennai
Indian Institute of Technology
Kanpur
Prof. Arun K. Attri Member
Dean Mr. Jose Kurian Member
School of Environmental Sciences Chief Engineer ( DTTDC )
Jawaharlal Nehru University Engineering Division
New Delhi-110070 Aruna Nagar,
New Delhi-110054
Dr. Ashwni Pahuja Member
Director General Chief Engineer (Standards & Member
National Council for Cement and Research )
Building Material Ministry of Road Transport and
34,KM Stone,Delhi-Mathura Road, Highways,
Ballabgarh, Haryana Govt. of India ,1-Parliament Street,
New Delhi
Dr. Amrita Sen Gupta Member Prof. Bhattacharya Member
Scientist H Director
Department of Time and Frequency CSIR-Central Building Research
Standards Institute Roorkee
CSIR-National Physical Laboratory
New Rajinder Nagar, Dr. S. Gangopadhyay Member
New Delhi Director Director
CSIR-Central Road Research Lab.
Institute New Delhi-110025
Prof. G.Biswas Member
Director Dr. Anuradha Shukla Secretary
CSIR-CentralMechanical Secretary
Engineering Research Institute Chief Scientist
Mahatma Gandhi Avenue, CSIR-Central Road Research
Durgapur Institute New Delhi-110025

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RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

BRIDGES AND STRUCTURES 65

TRAFFIC & TRANSPORTATION PLANNING

INFRASTRUCTURE & SUPPORT

DOCUMENTATION AND LIBRARY SERVICES 143

R&D SUPPORT SERVICES

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OTHER ACTIVITES OF THE INSTITUTE

Lectures Delivered 169

Technical Training, Deputation etc.

Membership of Staff on Various Technical Committees 180

Membership of National and International Organisations 187

Marketable Products and Services 188

Staff of CRRI 207

Management Council 215

Research Council 216

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CSIR-CRRI contributed to human resource development in various areas by providing facilities to

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Table I : Properties of Aircooled Blast Furnace Slag

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Fig. 3 : Data of different waste materials in GIS platform

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Cement Content (%) 3 6 9

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Fig. 7 : A typical line diagram of proposed capillary cut off layer

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Table IV: Results of Slope Stability Analysis

Moisture conditions H=3 m H=4 m H=5 m

Submerged 2.89 3.22 2.77 3.09 2.67 2.97

Sudden draw down 2.50 2.75 2.26 2.47 2.06 2.25

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Fig. 8 : Settlement vs time curve of sawdust

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Fig. 12 : Resistance to chemical weathering of rock forming minerals

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Fig. 13 : Variation of P-wave velocity for three different categories of rocks

Fig.14 : Uniaxial compressive strength values for five categories of rocks

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Fig. 18 : Failure of cut slope at Top

nail is used. In order to minimise the wastage of tor

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Table V: Summary of Revised Design of Soil Nail System

Fig. 19 : Fabrication of shoe of Nail at site

Fig. 20 : Load dispersion using extra girder

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Fig. 21 : Box pushing in progress

Fig. 22 : Soil cut slope protected by Soil Nails

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Fig. 23 : Location of 12 critical sites on Google earth

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