A Study on Soil Stabilization through Innovative Material for Construction of Rural Roads
A Case Study of East Gujarat
Ujjval J. Solanki - Lecturer, Darshan Institute of Engg. and Technology-Rajkot, Dr. N.C. Shah - Professor and Section Head, Civil deptt. SVNIT-Surat, R.G. Dhamsaniya, - Asst. Prof., Darshan Institute of Engg.& Technology-Rajkot & M.D. Barasara – Asst. Prof., Darshan Institute of Engg.& Technology-Rajkot.
Rural road connectivity is one of the key components for rural development, as it promotes access to economic and social services, generating agricultural income and productive employment. There are number of important points to be considered while involving suitable and economical designs for the low volume rural roads in India. For construction and maintenance as well as the level of quality control that can be effectively exercised in rural areas. To the extent possible, the use of locally available materials as such or after suitable processing has to be maximized in the larger interest of economy.
