India, June 24 -- Breaking down on a highway or suffering a tyre puncture could become less stressful in the future, as the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is pushing for repair and puncture service facilities to be set up at its Wayside Amenities (WSAs) across the country.

The move comes at a time when India's expressway and highway network is expanding rapidly, but access to basic vehicle assistance remains limited on many stretches. In several cases, motorists and truck drivers have to wait for hours or travel considerable distances to find a puncture repair shop or a mechanic after a breakdown.

To address this issue, National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML), has asked its field offices to advise WSA operato...