Funds Vie for NIIF's $1.2 Billion Roads Portfolio in Intense Competition

22 Dec 2023 CW Team

A fierce competition is underway as a cluster of funds competes for the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund's (NIIF) $1.2 billion road portfolio. The intense battle reflects the robust investor interest and confidence in India's infrastructure sector, highlighting the appeal of NIIF's strategically positioned investment opportunity in the roads segment.

The pursuit of NIIF's roads portfolio emphasises the growing significance of India's infrastructure projects as attractive investment avenues. The $1.2 billion portfolio has sparked keen interest from funds, underscoring the perceived potential for robust returns and long-term growth within the country's evolving roads and highways sector.

As the competition unfolds, this scenario not only positions NIIF as a key player in mobilizing funds for critical infrastructure development but also mirrors the broader trend of increasing investor appetite for India's infrastructure assets. The outcome of this race is anticipated to shape the landscape of road development in the country, with significant implications for the infrastructure investment climate in India.

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