NHAI revealed its plan to monetize selected National Highway stretches through the Toll-Operate-Transfer (TOT) and Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT) modes in the upcoming Financial Year 2026–27. Notably, the list excludes assets intended for monetization via Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) during the same period, as confirmed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
This strategic move aligns with the Government’s asset monetization strategy, aiming to utilize operational National Highway assets to raise funds for further infrastructure development, encourage private sector involvement, and expedite the expansion and modernization of the National Highway network. The initiative is designed to facilitate efficient planning of investments for potential investors and bidders.
The identified National Highway assets, totaling 1692.5 km in length, span across nine states, including Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Maharashtra. These assets, serving as vital economic and logistics corridors with significant traffic and connectivity importance, are part of the monetization plan.
The list of 17 projects earmarked for monetization has been made available on the NHAI website, according to the ministry’s announcement. The monetization process will adhere to transparent and structured mechanisms under the TOT and InvIT frameworks, which have proven successful in attracting long-term institutional investments for expanding the National Highway infrastructure.
The utilization of these financing models not only ensures sustainable infrastructure development but also emphasizes efficient asset management and operational excellence. This initiative underscores NHAI’s dedication to fostering a modern, resilient, and sustainable National Highway network that bolsters economic growth, enhances logistics efficiency, and fosters seamless connectivity nationwide.
