421 projects grapple with staggering Rs 4.40 trn setback

27 Dec 2023 CW Team

As many as 421 infrastructure projects in India are grappling with significant cost overruns, accumulating a staggering setback of Rs 4.40 trillion. The scale of these financial challenges raises pertinent questions about project management, and financial prudence, and underscores the imperative for robust mechanisms to ensure the timely and cost-effective completion of critical infrastructure initiatives.

The substantial cost overruns across a diverse range of projects indicate the complexities and challenges involved in infrastructure development. It emphasises the need for thorough planning, effective risk management, and proactive measures to address issues that may lead to budgetary escalations.

Addressing the cost overruns in infrastructure projects is crucial not only for financial sustainability but also for delivering the intended benefits to the public. This situation prompts a critical examination of the factors contributing to the setbacks. It underscores the importance of implementing best practices in project management to optimise resources and mitigate financial risks.

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