Roads & Bridges
Roads & Bridges
Roads & Bridges
Poised for Growth: Increase in demand for construction equipment
The increased emphasis on infrastructure development in India has led to a continuous increase in construction equipment demand. The government has proposed a capex of Rs 10 trillion in 2023-24, which is a 33 per cent […]
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Smart Solutions: Technology-based approaches for better road asset management and construction
The road sector is undergoing significant transformation due to rapid urbanisation and the growing demand for sustainable transportation networks. Over time, technology and digital solutions have emerged as crucial components, shaping the entire life cycle […]
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Charting Growth: State plans for road and highway development
Road infrastructure development is a key indicator of a nation’s economic growth and success. Although there has been a lot of progress in the development of India’s state roads and highways, there are still certain […]
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Building Connectivity: Challenges and advances in bridge and tunnel construction
Bridges and tunnels in India serve as crucial infrastructural components that contribute to the advancement of transportation systems. These subsectors effectively enhance connectivity, particularly in regions that are geographically challenging to access. Moreover, these structures […]
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Sustainable Alternatives: Increasing use of innovative materials in road construction
Nearly 50,000 km of national highways have been added in India since 2014. Besides, the pace of construction more than doubled, from 11.6 km per day in 2013-14 to 28.3 km per day in 2022-23. […]
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Expanding Horizons: Opening up diverse funding avenues for road development
Traditionally, banks have been the conventional loan providers for road projects in India. Although banks play a pivotal role, particularly in the absence of a mature bond market and exposure limits imposed by regulators, relying […]
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Growth Pathway: Key trends shaping road infrastructure development
A robust and well-connected road network plays a pivotal role in driving the economic growth and development of a country. India’s road network, the second largest in the world, is the primary contributor to the […]
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Moving Apace: Progress under the Bharatmala Pariyojana
The government’s flagship programme, Bharatmala Pariyojana, initiated in 2017, has adopted a corridor-based approach for the growth of the country’s road sector. It aims at optimising the freight efficiency and passenger movement across the country […]
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Trends and Outlook: Promising prospects despite a slowdown in road construction
A host of policy initiatives, new and emerging technologies and equipment, and focus on high quality roads, seamless connectivity and sustainable practices are the key factors driving road sector development in India. Road construction and award […]
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Making Headway: Performance review of the Bharatmala project
The Bharatmala project has been designed as a comprehensive plan for corridor-based growth throughout the roads sector. It focuses on optimising the efficiency of freight and passenger movement across the country and bridging critical infrastructure […]
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Monetary Moves: Sector adapts to new growth areas
The financing scenario in the road sector has improved considerably in the past few years. With the emergence of various alternative means of funding, the market has become more flexible towards the sector. Initiatives such […]
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Sustainable Practices: Use of advanced techniques and eco-friendly materials in road construction
With the increased scope of road construction, the road sector is focusing its attention on alternative construction materials and smart technologies for ensuring sustainable and quality output. To meet the government’s goal of carbon emissions […]
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Front Runner States: Leading the way with new road initiatives and opportunities
State governments have a significant stake in the growth of the road sector. Over the past year, the sector experienced expeditious growth with the help of enhanced design capabilities and use of modern equipment. The industry […]
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Road to Progress: State-level initiatives, new projects and opportunities
The road development activity at the state level has been erratic since the onset of the pandemic. The execution of new road projects, as well as the prompt completion of existing ones, has been a […]
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Recovery Path: Construction momentum continues in the road sector despite Covid disruptions
The road sector has been able to retain the momentum in activity despite the Covid-19 disruptions. The government achieved a record construction rate during the pandemic year. In spite of hiccups such as toll disruptions, […]
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On Track: Progress under the Bharatmala Pariyojana
After facing several setbacks due to the pandemic, activity in the road sector has regained pace. In February 2021, construction speed reached 30 km per day, the highest record achieved by the National Highways Authority […]
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In the Fast Lane: Upcoming expressway projects
The development of expressways has been a key priority area for a long time now. The past two to three years have seen a lot of activity in terms of award and completion of expressways […]