India to award ₹1tn highway projects to private developers in FY27 (2026-27)
India is rolling out a massive plan to award ₹1 trillion worth of highway projects to private developers in FY27 (2026-27), bringing back the build-operate-transfer (BOT) model after years on pause.
The government wants to modernize logistics and help boost India's spot as a top global economy—and they're hoping private investment will speed things up.
Infrastructure Risk Guarantee Fund launched
To make things smoother for investors, the government has revamped its approach: faster permits, better revenue protection, and a new Infrastructure Risk Guarantee Fund that adds extra financial security.
The highways budget is also getting a bump—₹2.94 trillion set aside for FY27 (2026-27), with much of it going to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
Investment funds can participate in tenders
The government will allow investment funds to participate directly in tenders for these projects—bringing India in line with international standards and opening doors for more foreign investment.
National highways have expanded in recent years, and there are plans to monetize even more existing assets.
If you're into how big infrastructure shapes everyday life—or just want to see where all this money goes—this is one story worth watching.