Budget 2026 may be high on highways: Faster clearances, InvIT push expected
This expansion was achieved through the development of high-speed corridors and four-lane highways under the Bharatmala Pariyojana. Going forward, we are focusing on building access-controlled highways with an emphasis on sustainable, technology-driven infrastructure development across the country.
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The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has identified a 13,400 km project pipeline under the public private partnership (PPP) model with an estimated investment of Rs 8.3 Lcr to be developed over the next 3 years, with a budget allocation of over Rs 2.87 Lcr for 2025-26.
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In addition, it plans to launch a public InvIT (Raajmarg InvIT) under which around 1,500 kilometers of completed and operational NHs will be commissioned in the next 3-5 years, which will enable the ministry to mobilize funds for future infrastructure development.
ET looks at the challenges facing the sector and what needs to be done in the upcoming budget:
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