Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, on July 11, 2026, called for deeper cooperation among BRICS nations to build transport systems that are sustainable, resilient, inclusive and future-ready, stating that the collective strength of the grouping presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of global mobility through innovation, partnership and shared responsibility.
Delivering the opening address at the 3rd BRICS Transport Ministers’ Meeting under India’s BRICS Chairship, Gadkari welcomed Transport Ministers, Heads of Delegation, senior officials and delegates from BRICS Member Countries to Nagpur and described the meeting as a significant step towards strengthening transport cooperation among emerging economies.
The Union Minister said India’s BRICS Chairship, guided by the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”, reflects a people-centric, “Humanity First” approach inspired by the timeless philosophy of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’—the World is One Family.
He said BRICS, representing nearly half of the world’s population, is uniquely positioned to lead the development of transport systems that are cleaner, safer, smarter and more efficient while advancing sustainable economic growth and regional connectivity.