This report, prepared by CII and KPMG, demonstrates the recent policy initiatives taken up by the Government in the roads and highways sector. It further touches upon the evolution of PPPs in the sector as well as highlights the recent technological advancements in roads and highways construction.
The report emphasizes that a shift is expected from highway construction/development to provision of quality services to highways users, enhanced use of technology applications, adoption of safety solutions, promoting sustainability and augmenting existing sources of finance.
The report was prepared against the backdrop of the CII Infranet 2019 held on 4 September 2019 in New Delhi.