India is revamping its highway investment strategy to attract private capital after a decade of stagnation.

India is revamping its highway investment strategy to attract private capital after a decade of stagnation. The government aims to increase private sector participation in highway development from current low single digits to 25% by next fiscal year. New policy frameworks will offer revenue protection and invite global investment funds to bid on infrastructure projects. With a planned infrastructure spend of 12.2 trillion rupees for the upcoming financial year, India is signaling a strategic shift towards private-public partnerships. The road sector, previously dominated by government-backed models, will now welcome direct investment from financial institutions. This move is part of a broader economic strategy to modernize infrastructure, reduce logistics costs, and enhance national competitiveness.