NHAI Launches Manager For New Public InvIT To Boost Monetisation
ECONOMY & POLICY

NHAI Launches Manager For New Public InvIT To Boost Monetisation

In a significant move to strengthen road-asset monetisation and widen investment opportunities in National Highway development, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is establishing the Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) as a Public InvIT. As part of this initiative, NHAI has incorporated Raajmarg Infra Investment Managers Private Limited (RIIMPL) as the Investment Manager for the proposed InvIT. RIIMPL was formally launched in Mumbai by NHAI Chairman Santosh Kumar Yadav, in the presence of senior NHAI officials and representatives from partner institutions.

RIIMPL is a collaborative venture with equity participation from major banks and financial institutions, including State Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, NaBFID, Axis Bank, Bajaj Finserv Ventures Ltd., HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IDBI Bank, IndusInd Bank and Yes Bank. This partnership aims to unlock the monetisation potential of National Highway assets while creating a high-quality, long-term investment product, primarily targeting retail and domestic investors. NRVVMK Rajendra Kumar, NHAI Member (Finance), has been appointed Managing Director and CEO (Additional Charge) of the Investment Manager.

Speaking at the launch, Yadav highlighted NHAI’s strong track record in asset monetisation. In recent years, the authority has monetised assets worth Rs 489.95 billion through the Toll-Operate-Transfer (TOT) model and raised around Rs 436.38 billion across four rounds of Private InvITs, attracting large domestic and global investors. He added that over the next three to five years, about 1,500 kilometres of completed and operational National Highways will be introduced into the Public InvIT, opening substantial investment avenues for the public. He expressed confidence that the initiative would mark “a new chapter of public participation” in India’s highway-infrastructure development.

RIIMPL will prioritise establishing strong governance standards fully aligned with SEBI’s InvIT regulations, ensuring transparency, investor protection, and best-in-class reporting and compliance practices. The first issuance of InvIT units for retail and public investors is expected to be launched in February 2026.

"Join industry leaders at RAHSTA Expo, India's premier platform for roads, highways and traffic infrastructure. Register now to explore innovations, network with experts and shape the future of mobility."

In a significant move to strengthen road-asset monetisation and widen investment opportunities in National Highway development, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is establishing the Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) as a Public InvIT. As part of this initiative, NHAI has incorporated Raajmarg Infra Investment Managers Private Limited (RIIMPL) as the Investment Manager for the proposed InvIT. RIIMPL was formally launched in Mumbai by NHAI Chairman Santosh Kumar Yadav, in the presence of senior NHAI officials and representatives from partner institutions. RIIMPL is a collaborative venture with equity participation from major banks and financial institutions, including State Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, NaBFID, Axis Bank, Bajaj Finserv Ventures Ltd., HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IDBI Bank, IndusInd Bank and Yes Bank. This partnership aims to unlock the monetisation potential of National Highway assets while creating a high-quality, long-term investment product, primarily targeting retail and domestic investors. NRVVMK Rajendra Kumar, NHAI Member (Finance), has been appointed Managing Director and CEO (Additional Charge) of the Investment Manager. Speaking at the launch, Yadav highlighted NHAI’s strong track record in asset monetisation. In recent years, the authority has monetised assets worth Rs 489.95 billion through the Toll-Operate-Transfer (TOT) model and raised around Rs 436.38 billion across four rounds of Private InvITs, attracting large domestic and global investors. He added that over the next three to five years, about 1,500 kilometres of completed and operational National Highways will be introduced into the Public InvIT, opening substantial investment avenues for the public. He expressed confidence that the initiative would mark “a new chapter of public participation” in India’s highway-infrastructure development. RIIMPL will prioritise establishing strong governance standards fully aligned with SEBI’s InvIT regulations, ensuring transparency, investor protection, and best-in-class reporting and compliance practices. The first issuance of InvIT units for retail and public investors is expected to be launched in February 2026.

Next Story
Real Estate

Pecan Realty Completes Rs 1.5 Billion Transactions

Pecan Realty has recently completed four institutional transactions worth over Rs 1.5 billion over the past two years, strengthening its position as an execution-led real estate platform. The deals include resolution-led acquisitions, structured finance transactions and capital partnerships across its development portfolio.The transactions covered acquisitions through the National Company Law Tribunal process and helped provide repayment or exits to both private and public sector lenders. The company said the deals demonstrate its ability to resolve complex project situations, work with instit..

Next Story
Real Estate

SNN Estates Expands North Bengaluru Housing Project

SNN Estates has announced an expansion of its SNN Estates Felicity residential project in North Bengaluru following strong buyer demand, with 75 per cent of the first-phase inventory sold within three days of launch.The developer will add 76 apartments in the new phase, taking the project's estimated revenue potential to around Rs 1,000 crore upon completion of Phase 2.Spread across 6.5 acres in Rachenahalli, near Manyata Tech Park, the project comprises 604 apartments in 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3 and 4 BHK configurations. The development includes a 50,000-sq-ft clubhouse with amenities such as sports co..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

SCG Drives ASEAN Industrial Transformation Strategy

SCG is strengthening its focus on ASEAN as a key growth region by advancing industrial transformation, enhancing competitiveness and building resilient regional value chains. Thammasak Sethaudom, President and Chief Executive Officer, SCG, highlighted the need for industries to continuously develop capabilities, strengthen resilience and deepen regional cooperation to achieve sustainable long-term growth.SCG views ASEAN as an important growth engine alongside China, supported by favourable demographics, trade connectivity and investment flows. With ASEAN’s GDP projected to grow by around 4.7..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement