New Delhi – In a move that’s equal parts infrastructure roadmap and financial Sat-Nav, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) today rolled out its first-ever Asset Monetisation Strategy for the Road Sector—a professionally crafted playbook that promises to turn tarmac into treasure.
This landmark strategy isn’t just about roads; it’s about revenue lanes, private expressways to profit, and a toll booth for every opportunity. Through tried-and-tested monetisation tools like Toll-Operate-Transfer (ToT), Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs), and securitisation, NHAI has already hauled in over ₹1.4 lakh crore—enough to resurface the moon (figuratively speaking, of course).
Structured around three sturdy pillars—Value Maximisation, Transparency, and Market Development—the strategy offers what officials call a “GPS for growth.” And unlike those highway dhaba menus, this document is actually readable and investor-friendly.
NHAI Chairman Santosh Kumar Yadav shared, “This strategy doesn’t just keep our wheels turning—it ensures they’re gold-plated. We’re future-proofing roads with smart funding, private innovation, and fewer potholes in our financing plans.”
Member (Finance), N.R.V.V.M.K. Rajendra Kumar, added, “Think of this as a Michelin Guide for monetising assets. It’s structured, transparent, and built to drive investor confidence. And yes, it’s a lot more exciting than a toll receipt.”
Aligned with the Government of India’s Asset Monetisation Plan 2025–30, the document outlines how India plans to turbocharge its infrastructure dream while inviting private partners to join the convoy. The full strategy is now live on the NHAI website, for those who fancy a 42-page detour into highway economics.
As India accelerates toward a trillion-dollar infrastructure vision, NHAI’s strategy is less about divesting assets—and more about investing in acceleration. After all, when it comes to nation-building, sometimes the best route is the monetised one.
