NHAI Sets Minimum Salaries and Staffing Rules for Highway Project Engineers
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has revised its consultancy framework for National Highway projects by mandating minimum monthly salaries for key engineering professionals engaged by consultancy firms. The updated guidelines set fixed remuneration levels ranging from Rs 5 lakh for Team Leaders and Bridge Engineers to Rs 1 lakh for Young Professional Civil Engineers. Additionally, consultancy firms must retain at least 20% of sub-professional staff from government bodies like MoRTH to enhance project quality and leverage experienced personnel. Payments will be secured through an escrow mechanism to ensure timely disbursement.
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We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (74/100). Lens Score 45/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (72–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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economictimes broke this story on 22 Jul, 11:55 am. Other outlets followed.