India, Aug. 16 -- In a major initiative to make its roads and bridges safer while also improving the technical expertise of its engineers, Bihar's Road Construction Department (RCD) has partnered with IIT Delhi to launch a six-month certification programme in AI-driven bridge design, monitoring and maintenance.

The programme, starting in September 2025, is part of the recently approved Bihar State Bridge Management & Maintenance Policy, 2025. It aims to cut reliance on private consultants, strengthen in-house skills, and ensure long-term safety of bridges across the state.

Over 100 government engineers will undergo training to use drones, sensors and AI tools for assessing bridge health.

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