Highway Boom: National Highway Projects Awarded Surge 63% in FY27 H1
MoSPI reports a 62.9% surge in national highway projects awarded during April-September FY27, signaling a massive boost in India's road infrastructure.
India is gearing up for a massive expansion of its road network, as national highway projects awarded saw a staggering jump of 62.9 per cent year-on-year during the first half of the 2026-27 financial year. According to the latest data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), a total of 2,236.3 kilometres of projects were awarded between April and September.
A Robust Pipeline for Infrastructure
The sharp increase in project awards signals a strengthening pipeline for highway construction across the country. This surge is expected to provide a significant boost to infrastructure development and open up substantial opportunities for construction firms in the coming months.
In its quarterly infrastructure performance update, the ministry highlighted that the Road Transport and Highways sector's growth is a key driver for the nation's future. MoSPI stated that this increase is paving the way for:
- Enhanced connectivity across various regions.
- Improved efficiency in logistics.
- Sustained long-term economic growth.
Note: It is important to clarify that these figures represent the length of projects awarded during the first six months of FY27, rather than the actual length of roads that have been constructed or completed.
Digital Shift: Toll Collections on the Rise
Beyond the awarding of new projects, the data reveals a significant shift toward digitalization on India's roads. Electronic toll collection activity has seen a marked increase, reflecting a growing adoption of tech-driven payment systems.
Between April and September of FY27, electronic toll transactions surged by 24.1 per cent year-on-year, reaching 225.2 crore. This increase in volume is mirrored by the financial gains, with the total value of toll collections rising by 11.7 per cent to hit Rs 36,994.5 crore.
The PAIMANA Dashboard: Tracking Progress
These insights were made public through the PAIMANA (Project Assessment, Infrastructure Monitoring & Analytics for Nation-building) Performance Dashboard. Launched by MoSPI in April 2026, this tool is designed to keep a close watch on infrastructure performance across six critical sectors:
- Roads
- Railways
- Power
- Civil Aviation
- Telecommunications
- Ports and Waterways
To further refine policymaking and monitoring, the ministry has expanded the dashboard to include 184 indicators, adding 21 new metrics to ensure a more comprehensive overview of the nation's building blocks.