Highway assets identified by NHAI for monetisation in FY27, Pg10

Key Highlights:

• NHAI has identified 17 National Highway assets for monetisation in FY27.
• The total combined length of these highways is 1,692.5 km.
• Monetisation will occur through Toll-Operate-Transfer (TOT) and Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT) modes.

Detailed Insights:

• Monetisation of highway assets helps NHAI generate revenue for further infrastructure development.
• TOT involves leasing out completed highway projects for a fixed period to private players who collect toll revenue.
• InvITs are collective investment schemes similar to mutual funds, allowing investors to invest in infrastructure projects.
• The identified assets are expected to attract significant investment, boosting the highway sector.

Key Concepts Involved:

• Toll-Operate-Transfer (TOT): A model where completed highway projects are leased to private entities for toll collection.
• Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT): A collective investment scheme that enables investment in infrastructure projects.
• Monetisation: The process of converting assets into cash or revenue-generating streams.