Guidelines For Road Signages under PMGSY
2015 Edition

PMGSY mandates the use of mild steel plates with a thickness of 1.6 mm for signage faces. The color scheme includes an orange background (70% Magenta plus 100% Yellow) with a grey border (50% black), and text/road illustrations in black or white depending on the board type. Signage frames are constructed from welded tubular steel, typically 75 mm by 75 mm square tubes. Foundations use M15 grade PCC concrete, commonly measuring either 450 mm x 450 mm x 600 mm or 600 mm x 600 mm x 750 mm, depending on board size. Letter heights vary from 16 mm to 32 mm based on the board type. Citizen Information Board 'A' typically measures approximately 635 mm x 870 mm with a 5 mm thick steel plate. Installation locations include the road start and at intervals of 5 km for roads longer than 5 km, prioritizing local languages for readability. Construction may involve steel-framed or masonry/concrete supports as site conditions dictate, all in compliance with IRC:67-2001 for sign placement.

According to MORD 30 guidelines, logo boards should be installed as follows: for roads exceeding 2 km in length, one logo board is placed at the finishing point; for roads shorter than 2 km, logo boards are positioned approximately every 2 km, including the end points. Information boards follow different rules: for roads under 5 km, a flexible pavement details board is installed at the start or a prominent spot; for roads longer than 5 km, additional boards appear every 5 km or portion thereof. Rigid or semi-rigid pavement boards are fixed once per road, preferably at the pavement’s start. All signage must conform to specified design, size, and color standards and use the local language where English comprehension is limited. Construction involves welded tubular steel frames or masonry, depending on site factors.

MORD 30 emphasizes using the local language on signages to ensure clear communication with the target audience. If English is not widely understood in the area, it should be avoided to prevent confusion. The information displayed should be clear, concise, and presented on both sides of the board for maximum visibility. This approach guarantees effective dissemination of information to rural populations, enhancing safety and awareness.

Maintenance under MORD 30 includes a series of activities scheduled at specific intervals: trimming grass and clearing the road strata after every rainfall; restoration of fan curb once following rains; upkeep of earthen shoulders and sealing of potholes or cracks as required; maintenance of roadside drains and minor drainage structures twice annually; upkeep of roadside furniture on an as-needed basis; and annual whitewashing of parapets on cross drainage works. Signage foundations should be concrete blocks typically measuring 60 cm x 60 cm x 75 cm, with lettering heights ranging from 16 mm to 32 mm depending on the board. All information must be visible on both sides to ensure durability and legibility.

MORD 30 complements IRC guidelines by detailing the frequency, content, and local language usage for rural road signage, while IRC:67-2001 focuses on the precise positioning of signs relative to the carriageway edge to ensure optimal visibility and safety. Both standards advocate using durable materials such as welded tubular steel frames or masonry for structures and specify letter heights between 16 mm and 23 mm for legibility. Installation heights and foundation sizes recommended by MORD 30 align with IRC’s requirements. Thus, MORD 30 integrates well with IRC standards, providing a comprehensive framework for signage design, placement, and maintenance on rural roads.