National highway projects awarded surge 62.9% in first half of FY27

National highway projects awarded saw a significant 62.9% increase in distance during the April-September period of FY27, reflecting accelerated infrastructure development. The uptick suggests sustained government focus on expanding road connectivity across the country.

Electronic toll collection transactions also recorded substantial growth, pointing to increased digital adoption on highways. Air cargo movement expanded by 12%, while foreign tourist arrivals showed positive momentum during the same period.

The telecommunications sector contributed to infrastructure gains, with over 29,000 kilometres of optical fiber cable added during the April-September window. Across multiple infrastructure verticals—highways, aviation, tourism and telecom—performance metrics indicated constructive trends in the fiscal year.