*"Highways to Progress: A Comprehensive Guide to Road Transport and National Highways"*
*Table of Contents*
#### *Foreword*
#### *Preface*
#### *Acknowledgments*
### *Part I: Introduction to Road Transport*
1. *The Evolution of Road Transport*
2. *Importance of Road Networks in Economic Growth*
3. *Types of Roads: Rural, Urban, and Highways*
4. *Government Policies and Regulations in Road Transport*
5. *Sustainable and Smart Road Transport Systems*
### *Part II: National Highways: Backbone of Connectivity*
6. *History and Development of National Highways*
7. *Classification and Numbering of National Highways*
8. *Major National Highways in India and the World*
9. *Role of Expressways in Modern Transportation*
10. *Highway Corridors and Economic Development*
### *Part III: Planning and Infrastructure Development*
11. *Highway Design and Engineering Standards*
12. *Road Construction Materials and Technologies*
13. *Challenges in Highway Planning and Construction*
14. *Financing Models for Highway Development*
15. *Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in Road Infrastructure*
### *Part IV: Road Safety and Traffic Management*
16. *Causes and Prevention of Road Accidents*
17. *Traffic Laws and Enforcement*
18. *Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) for Highways*
19. *Emergency Services and Accident Response on Highways*
20. *Road Safety Awareness and Public Initiatives*
### *Part V: Modern Trends and Future of Road Transport*
21. *Green Highways and Environmental Considerations*
22. *Smart Highways and Intelligent Traffic Solutions*
23. *Electric Vehicles and Highway Infrastructure*
24. *Autonomous Vehicles and the Future of Road Transport*
25. *International Best Practices in Road Transport*
### *Part VI: Case Studies and Success Stories*
26. *Golden Quadrilateral and Its Impact on Indian Economy*
27. *National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) Initiatives*
28. *Comparison of Road Transport Systems in Different Countries*
29. *Innovative Road Projects Around the World*
30. *Future Road Transport Policies and Innovations*
### *Appendices*
- *Glossary of Road Transport and Highway Terms*
- *Important Government Bodies and Organizations*
- *References and Suggested Readings*
- *Index*
