By Vishal Jambhale, Chief Engineer, Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority The expansion of underground infrastructure is a significant step in Mumbai’s efforts to enhance road connectivity. High vehicle density, narrow roads and saturation of the […]
Gas is emerging as a critical component of the energy mix in the country. Government initiatives, regulatory reforms and significant investment in infrastructure have notably promoted its use over the years. The sector is seeing […]
India’s energy landscape is evolving rapidly due to increasing demand, urbanisation and industrial growth. Over the past year, the sector witnessed significant progress across key segments. The continued implementation of policy reforms by the government […]
By Akhil Mehrotra, MD; and Samikhya Borah, Head, Corporate Affairs & Communication, Pipeline Infrastructure Limited On a map of India, pipelines are just thin lines. On the ground, they are steel and polyethylene arteries, carrying […]
India’s city gas distribution (CGD) industry is undergoing significant transformation driven by urbanisation, rising demand and the government’s emphasis on low-carbon resources. The government aims to expand the CGD network, providing about 70 per cent […]
India is projected to be the fastest growing G20 economy on the back of robust domestic demand and the government’s reforms-driven growth agenda. Consequently, primary energy demand is expected to rise by 3-4 per cent […]
The railway sector has undergone a significant transformation over the past few years, including the introduction of engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contracts; public-private partnership (PPP) contracts and the rapid adoption of digital technologies. While […]
India has a coastline of over 7,500 km, encompassing more than 200 notified non-major (minor/intermediate) ports along the coastline and sea-islands. The cargo traffic at non-major ports has been steadily increasing, with significant changes in […]
There has been a significant increase in tunnelling activity in the country over the past few years, accompanied by advancements in tunnelling techniques. The choice of a tunnelling technique is heavily influenced by soil conditions. […]
The ports and shipping sector has witnessed significant growth in the past few years. The sector outlook remains positive on the back of government and industry initiatives. At the recent “Ports in India” conference organised […]
Greenfield airports are key enablers of the development of industrial regions, including urban centres. These airports also have a significant multiplier effect on the economy. The government has given in-principle approval for setting up 21 […]
Cube Highways and the Macquarie Group have been prominent investors in India’s road sector. Macquarie’s overall investment in the road sector amounts to $1.5 billion, including the well-publicised acquisition of the first toll-operate-transfer (TOT) bundle. […]
The railway sector has been on a high-growth trajectory since the past few years. Projects such as dedicated freight corridors (DFCs) high speed rail (HSR), and regional rapid transit systems (RRTSs) have paved the way […]
The data centre market is growing very rapidly, both globally and domestically. The global data centre market is poised for growth, driven by the adoption of disruptive technologies. The global installed data centre capacity in […]
India generates around 170,000 tonnes per day of municipal solid waste (MSW). Of this, 70-75 per cent of MSW generated in urban India is collected while only 20-28 per cent is scientifically processed, as per […]
The hybrid annuity model (HAM) has been witnessing steady uptake since its debut in January 2016 and in recent years, HAM awards have surpassed all other types of awards. The award percentage of HAM projects […]
A well-planned integrated urban transport system is of utmost relevance for Indian cities that are experiencing ever-increasing volumes of traffic. Today, these cities are characterised by increasing levels of traffic congestion, overcrowded and inconvenient buses […]
The urban infrastructure sector witnessed significant developments in the past one year. Key government programmes such as the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM), the Smart Cities Mission and the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation […]
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