From engineering excellence and next-generation equipment to integrated mobility and quality materials, the RAHSTA Awards reflected how India’s road sector is evolving from rapid expansion to creating long-term value.

There was a time when India’s roads sector measured success almost exclusively in kilometres constructed. Today, the conversation has evolved. The focus has shifted towards engineering excellence, technology, sustainability and lifecycle performance. Capturing this transition, the RAHSTA Awards 2026, organised by FIRST Construction Council and ASAPP Info Global Group at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai on July 8, celebrated the organisations and individuals shaping the next chapter of India's infrastructure story. Significantly, the event drew a packed audience despite the disruption caused by the heavy rains that had lashed Mumbai in the preceding days, underscoring the industry's commitment to recognising and advancing excellence...