The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has finalised a tentative list of National Highway stretches proposed for monetisation during the financial year 2026–27, as part of the Government of India’s ongoing asset monetisation programme aimed at strengthening infrastructure financing and accelerating highway development.
Highway assets with a combined length of approximately 1,692.5 kilometres have been identified for monetisation through the Toll-Operate-Transfer (TOT) and Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT) models. The identified stretches are spread across nine states—Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Maharashtra.
NHAI clarified that the list does not include assets proposed to be monetised through the Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) during FY 2026–27. The selected highway corridors are considered strategically important due to their established traffic volumes, logistics significance, and economic connectivity potential.
The monetisation initiative is designed to unlock value from operational highway assets and attract long-term institutional investors. Revenue generated through these transactions will be reinvested in the development of new road infrastructure projects, helping the government expand and modernise India’s national highway network without placing additional pressure on public finances.
The TOT and InvIT models have emerged as key financing mechanisms in India’s infrastructure sector, enabling private sector participation while ensuring continued operation and maintenance of existing assets. Through transparent bidding processes, NHAI aims to mobilise capital efficiently and provide investors with predictable, long-term infrastructure opportunities.
The move aligns with the government’s broader vision of creating a modern, resilient and sustainable transport network that enhances logistics efficiency, improves regional connectivity, and supports economic growth across the country. The advance publication of the monetisation pipeline is also expected to help investors and infrastructure funds plan their participation more effectively in upcoming bidding rounds.
Source: The Statesman | MSN
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