“Jo kaam theek nahi karega usko thokenge,” says Union Minister Nitin Gadkari slamming corrupt contractors & Govt officials

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari made a strong and clear statement during the Smart Roads Conference 2025, held by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in New Delhi in October 2025. 

While addressing the gathering, he stressed that road and highway projects must be completed with honest work and proper standards. He warned that anyone responsible for weak work or delays will face strict action.

Minister Nitin Gadkari’s Warning to Contractors & Officials

Gadkari said the ministry has now taken a stricter stand on work quality. While addressing the gathering, he stated, “Aur abhi humne bhi yeh approach apna liya hai ki jo kaam theek nahi karega usko thokenge.”

He stressed that his warning applies to everyone involved in national highway projects. He said, “Phir koi ho — na main chhodunga, na adhikaariyon ko chhodenge, na contractors ko chhodenge.”

Officials at the event said Gadkari has recently held firm discussions with a few contractors who were not meeting basic standards. They were reminded of the rules, and told that further neglect could invite action. 

The minister also added during his speech that strict steps would follow against wrongdoing. His remark, “Jo badmaashi karega usko bata ke rakha hai ki mujhe jo dhyaan mein aaye main chhodunga nahi,” made his stand clear.

He reminded the audience that the projects being built belong to the people of India. As he put it, “These are the asset… yeh hamare Bharat ki janta ki yeh sampatti hai.”

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Bamboo Crash Barriers, Waste Use and Talks With Cement Firms

Gadkari also spoke about new methods being adopted in road construction. He said the ministry has used bamboo crash barriers, steel and even waste material in recent projects to improve quality and reduce cost.

He then spoke about ongoing talks with cement companies for stable and lower prices for future projects. Sharing the government’s approach, he said, “Maine unko assure kiya hai ki itna cement hum lenge, aap rate humko sasta do.”

Officials present at the conference said such steps could help reduce cost changes and support smoother progress in national highway development.

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