Archive · 5 Aug 2025
Minister Launches Steel Slag Road Repair Pilot Project
The government is trying a new way to fix roads using something called steel slag, which is leftover stuff from making steel.
They're mixing it with tar to make a product called Ecofix.
This is part of a plan to turn trash into something useful.
It's good because it works even when it's raining, doesn't need to be heated, and saves money.
Scientists say it's better than what's usually used.
It's like a test run to see if it will work well so they can use it on more roads in the future.
Minister launched a pilot project to use steel slag technology for road construction and repair.
The project aligns with the government's 'waste to wealth' philosophy.
Ecofix, a mixture of steel slag and tar, will be used to repair potholes.
Ecofix does not need to be heated and can be used with standing water.
Ecofix is certified as a durable and cost-effective material.
- Who
- Roads and buildings minister B C Janardhan Reddy.
- What
- A pilot project to repair roads using steel slag technology.
- When
- Launched on Monday.
- Where
- Mandadam village near the Secretariat.
- Why
- To provide better roads and utilize waste materials.
- Minister
- B C Janardhan Reddy
- Project Goal
- Road construction and repair
- Technology
- Steel slag
- Mixture
- Steel slag and tar (Ecofix)
- Location
- Mandadam village
- Benefits
- Environmental and economic