World's First Bamboo Crash Barrier Installed [UPSC Notes]

India develops world’s first bamboo-made crash barrier. A 200-meter-long world’s first bamboo crash barrier was installed on highway in Maharashtra. In this article, you can read all about World’s First Bamboo Crash Barrier, an important topic for the  IAS exam.

Key details:

• The Ministry of Road and Highways has announced the installation of the World’s first bamboo-made crash barrier on the Vani-Warora Highway in Vidarbha, Maharashtra. 
• The 200-meter-long bamboo crash barrier, called Bahubali, is made from Bambusa Balcooa, treated with creosote oil, and coated with recycled High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE). 
• The crash barrier underwent rigorous testing and was rated Class 1 during the Fire Rating Test conducted at the Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) in Roorkee. 
• Additionally, it has been accredited by the Indian Road Congress.

Source: The Indian Express

Environmentally friendly and cost-effective alternative to steel:

• The recycling value of the bamboo barrier is 50-70%, compared to 30-50% for steel barriers, according to the statement released by the Ministry of Road and Highways. 
• The barrier offers a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to steel and has significant implications for the bamboo industry in India.
• This achievement towards achieving Aatmanirbhar Bharat, or self-reliant India, is a major accomplishment for the country.

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