India’s roads and highways sector is a high-growth investment opportunity, backed by strong government initiatives, robust infrastructure development and increasing connectivity
~60%
Increase in the National Highway network during the last decade
2.5 times
Increase in the length of the four-lane national highway, from 18,387 km in 2014 to 46,179 km in 2023
143%
Increase in the average pace of national highway construction during the last decade
INR 16,000+ crore
NHAI Completes Largest InvIT Monetization Through ‘Round 3’
INR 158.66 Cr
Average daily collection through FASTag, with a penetration of 97.6% in total fee collection
India’s roads and highways sector is a cornerstone of its infrastructure strategy, crucial for economic growth and connectivity. It hosts the world’s second-largest road network, spanning over 6.67 Mn kilometres, including 1,46,145 km of national highways and 1,79,535 km of state highways. To attract private investments and drive growth, various innovative financing models, such as the Toll-Operate-Transfer (TOT) and Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) have been implemented in the country. The adoption of cutting-edge technologies, including digital project management tools and geospatial technologies, has increased project efficiency and precision. Furthermore, India’s government prioritizes sustainability by integrating green technologies to minimize environmental impact.
In recent years, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has launched various initiatives to drive the growth of the country’s roads and highway sector, such as the Bharatmala Pariyojana, which aims to target the development of 34,800 kilometres of highways with an investment of INR 5.35 lakh Cr to enhance connectivity across economic corridors, border areas and remote regions. Furthermore, the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) focuses on enhancing rural connectivity as well as improving access to markets, education and healthcare. The strategic investments and reforms in the roads and highways sector are set to transform India’s infrastructure, drive economic progress and improve connectivity nationwide.
INR 16,000+ Cr – NHAI Completes Largest InvIT Monetization Through ‘Round 3’
INR 158.66 Cr- Average daily collection through FASTag, with a penetration of 97.6% in total fee collection
India targets 2,00,000 km of National Highways by 2025 with increased private involvement, promising significant infrastructure growth
Bharatmala Pariyojana and the $80 Bn National Monetization Pipeline offer structured investment opportunities via PPPs and innovative financing
PPP (BOT, HAM, TAM), InvITs and Toll, Operate and Transfer models provide varied risk profiles and stable toll revenue streams
With the world’s second-largest road network and a growing automobile market, the sector ensures enduring demand and revenue potential
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