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India’s Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) are rapidly emerging as one of the country’s most promising asset classes, with their market size projected to reach Rs. 22.45 lakh crore by 2030. This marks a 3.5-fold jump from Rs. 6.38 lakh crore estimated for FY25, according to Knight Frank India.

Currently, InvITs are growing faster than their real estate counterparts, REITs, which hold Rs. 1.79 lakh crore in assets. Together, InvITs and REITs are expected to manage Rs. 8.17 lakh crore in assets by FY25, up from Rs. 3.66 lakh crore in FY20.

India now ranks as the fourth-largest REIT and InvIT market in Asia, with five REITs and 17 InvITs listed on exchanges, collectively valued at Rs. 2.89 lakh crore .

This surge is driven by robust government policies, including the National Monetisation Pipeline (NMP), and rising investor interest in infrastructure sectors. The government’s infrastructure spending has increased from Rs. 1.04 lakh crore in FY15 to Rs. 6.52 lakh crore in FY25, now 2% of India’s GDP.

InvITs are expected to play a key role in financing India’s Rs. 191.5 lakh crore infrastructure needs by 2030. However, the current penetration remains limited: InvITs manage just 21% of NHAI toll assets, 2% of solar capacity, and one-third of telecom towers. Sectors like logistics, airports, and urban infrastructure remain largely untapped.

The upcoming NMP 2.0 aims to unlock Rs. 10 lakh crore through asset monetisation by 2030. Investor confidence is being bolstered by risk-sharing models, viability gap funding, and improved governance.

Experts say, expanding into new sectors such as data centres and water infrastructure, along with broader retail participation and higher institutional investment from pension and insurance funds, will be crucial to scaling up. India’s InvIT market is not just transforming infrastructure financing, it’s also attracting global investor attention as a powerful long-term opportunity.

Source: IBEF

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Big Boost for NCR: PM Modi to Inaugurate UER-2, Dwarka Expressway on August 16, 2025

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Delhi-NCR commuters can look forward to a major relief from traffic woes as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate two key infrastructure projects-Urban Extension Road-II (UER-2) and the Delhi stretch of the Dwarka Expressway on August 16. These long-awaited expressways are expected to drastically cut travel time between Noida and Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, reducing the journey to just 20 minutes from the current two hours.

The 76-kilometre-long UER-2 and 29-kilometre-long Dwarka Expressway are part of the central government’s plan to decongest Delhi’s overloaded arterial roads and Ring Road. The new access-controlled corridors will allow seamless travel across the National Capital Region (NCR), especially benefiting travelers coming from Chandigarh, Gurugram, Jaipur, and other northern cities.

According to officials, all major works on both stretches are now complete, with final touches underway ahead of the grand launch. The inauguration ceremony will be held on the Dwarka Expressway and will be attended by several dignitaries, including Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, and local MPs and MLAs. 

What is UER-2?

The Urban Extension Road-II has been designed to function as a new Outer Ring Road for Delhi. It promises to improve airport connectivity and link major parts of Delhi with key NCR cities like Sonipat, Panipat, Karnal, Rohtak, and Bahadurgarh.

Built at a cost of approximately ₹8,000 crore, the expressway stretches from Alipur (on the Delhi-Chandigarh highway), passes through Mundka, Bakkarwala, Najafgarh, and Dwarka, and finally connects with the Delhi-Jaipur highway at Mahipalpur near IGI Airport.

Key Connectivity Highlights:

• Connects with Delhi-Chandigarh Highway at Alipur
  
• Joins Delhi-Rohtak Highway at Mundka
  
• Links with Sonipat Highway at Bawana

The UER-2 project is being developed in four major phases, with multiple spur roads enhancing regional connectivity. These phases will link key urban and suburban areas, including Tughlakabad, Okhla, Tronica City, and Burari, and extend connections to major expressways like the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway, and Badarpur-Noida Expressway.

Once operational, the network is expected to save travel time, reduce fuel consumption, and significantly ease traffic congestion in and around the capital. For lakhs of daily commuters and frequent fliers, this could mark a permanent solution to one of Delhi-NCR’s biggest transportation challenges.

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The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) held its general house meeting on Monday, where several major infrastructure and civic development proposals were approved. The session, held at the Haryana Institute of Public Administration in Sector 18, also included the induction of new members and the election of representatives to the finance and contract committee.

A major highlight of the meeting was the presentation of the 2023-24 audit report, followed by the unanimous approval of multiple development-focused proposals. These include the expansion of rainwater harvesting systems, the installation of name boards for councillors, a rate contract for streetlight installations, and the transfer of land to the health department for setting up a new urban primary health centre. The House also passed plans to organise special camps for water connection meters and to establish compressed biogas plants in each of the four municipal zones.

Three newly nominated members, Sachin Devtwal, Vikrant Yadav, and Krishan Swami, were sworn in at the start of the session. Additionally, two councillors were elected to the finance and contract committee, which will oversee financial and contractual decisions of the MCG.

Mayor Raj Rani Malhotra highlighted the corporation’s ongoing commitment to the city’s development. She stressed the importance of public participation in civic initiatives and reiterated MCG’s focus on rainwater harvesting, sewage management, clean drinking water, and environmental conservation. “The benefits of these efforts will multiply when citizens actively take part,” she added. 

Commissioner Pradeep Dahiya informed the House about the creation of a Sewerage Monitoring Cell, which has identified 40 critical drainage points across the city. Plans are underway to address these issues by April 2026 using modern monitoring technologies to improve responsiveness to citizen complaints.

The meeting saw the active involvement of elected councillors and senior officials from departments including engineering, accounts, and town planning. The discussions reflected a collective resolve to transform Gurugram into a cleaner, more sustainable, and citizen-friendly city.

The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) has announced a major infrastructure upgrade that is expected to transform traffic flow in Old Gurugram. According to a report by Hindustan Times, a 14-km-long road link connecting IFFCO Chowk to the Dwarka Expressway via Basai Road is set to be revamped to reduce congestion in one of the city’s busiest areas.

This crucial stretch currently runs from IFFCO Chowk in Sukhrali Village, through Mahavir Chowk, Sadar Bazar, Gurudwara Road, Bhuteshwar Mandir intersection, and onto Basai Road, eventually connecting to the Dwarka Expressway via the Basai flyover.

Several construction works are planned under the project, including road resurfacing, removal of illegal encroachments, and widening of key segments. As per the HT report, the GMDA has already conducted a detailed traffic analysis and survey of the area.

A GMDA official told, “This stretch is in the heart of Old Gurugram, and we have decided to relay the road and build a surface drainage system along the entire length to prevent waterlogging.”

Although earlier plans included the addition of flyovers and further expansion, those were dropped due to space limitations. The current focus is on improving the existing road alignment.

The project will start from Basai and eventually extend toward Bhuteshwar Mandir. The route will connect Jail Land, Mahavir Chowk, and MG Road before concluding at IFFCO Chowk. A comprehensive cost estimate is expected within a month, after which construction will begin. Once completed, the GMDA anticipates smoother traffic flow and better connectivity between Old Gurugram and Dwarka Expressway, eliminating major traffic bottlenecks in the process.

On August 1, 2025, the Haryana government introduced revised circle rates for residential, commercial, and agricultural properties. The increase in circle rates, which ranges from 10% to 30%, comes just eight months after the last revision in December 2024.

The hike, which affects key zones in Gurugram, is expected to impact the region’s real estate market significantly. While some real estate dealers predict a slowdown in property transactions, government officials assert that the change is the result of a carefully considered process, leaving little room for adjustments.

For instance, in high-demand areas such as South City 1 and Nirvana Country, circle rates have increased by Rs 10,000 per square yard. The previous rate of Rs 70,000 per square yard has now risen to Rs 80,000 per square yard in Nirvana Country. Similarly, Sector 42, home to luxury developments like DLF Camellias and properties along the prestigious Golf Course Road, now sees a rate of Rs 79,970 per square yard, up from Rs 72,700 per square yard.

Other areas like DLF Phase II and Phase III have also seen their circle rates revised. The new rate for DLF Phase II stands at Rs 72,000 per square yard, while DLF Phase III sees a rise to Rs 66,000 per square yard. On the other hand, areas near the Southern Peripheral Road and Dwarka Expressway remain relatively affordable with the lowest rate in Sector 95A at Rs 2,830 per square yard.

Licensed colonies in Sectors 68 to 71 have seen a hike to Rs 4,800 per square yard, while sectors 76 to 80 now have a rate of Rs 5,000 per square yard. Sectors 91 and 92 are slightly higher at Rs 5,600 per square yard, followed by Sectors 81 to 84 at Rs 6,000 per square yard.

Experts believe that the new rates will help bring greater transparency to real estate transactions by narrowing the gap between the market value and official rates. This could result in higher government revenues through stamp duty collections and discourage the practice of underreporting property prices.

The revised circle rates are likely to have mixed consequences. While some buyers may hesitate due to the higher costs, others believe the move will help stabilize the market in the long term by promoting fairer pricing and reducing discrepancies.

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The ET Health Convention 2025, a Times of India initiative, was held at Grand Hyatt Gurgaon with great success. Mahima Chaudhary, the celebrated Bollywood actress, graced the occasion as Guest of Honour. The event was powered by Havendaxa and co-powered by Ionic Wealth and Nexus. 

InfraMantra was an esteemed Associate Partner of the event, proudly represented by Mr. Himanshu Arora, Chief Sales Officer of InfraMantra. This convention brought together healthcare professionals, innovators, and policymakers to delve into the future of critical and lifestyle healthcare.

Key topics included AI, robotics, genomics, and regenerative medicine, alongside emerging trends in preventive care and wellness. Attendees gained actionable insights and networked with industry pioneers, investors, and decision-makers, exploring possible collaborations in digital health.

The event featured a well‑structured programme: Spotlight Conversation, Experts’ Talks, a Fireside Chat, Panel Discussions, followed by a prestigious Felicitation Ceremony to honour excellence in the healthcare sector. A cocktail‑and‑dinner reception capped off the day, offering further opportunities for reflection and networking.

India’s healthcare industry continues its robust growth, fuelled by demographic shifts, heightened health awareness, and fresh investment into infrastructure and services. The ET Health Convention Season 2 reaffirmed India’s progress on the global healthcare stage, highlighting the country’s momentum in technology-led transformation and public–private collaboration. 

InfraMantra recognizes the rapid advancement of healthcare infrastructure as a pivotal force driving India’s progress toward accessible, tech-integrated medical care. With its presence in the ETHealth Convention, InfraMantra displayed commitment towards nation-building through a long-term vision for sustainable growth, strategic partnerships, and innovative solutions. 

In a major boost to India’s tourism sector, the Haryana government has announced plans to build the country’s first Disneyland-style theme park in Manesar, spanning 500 acres. Chief Minister, Mr. Nayab Singh Saini revealed the details of the ambitious project on Thursday, positioning it as a pivotal step towards transforming Haryana into a global tourism hub. The theme park will be strategically located along the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway and the Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor, ensuring seamless connectivity to Delhi and other NCR cities.

This project, according to Mr. Saini, is expected to be a “game-changer” for both the state and the entire nation. The development is not only aimed at enhancing Haryana’s tourism but also at boosting its economy. The theme park will attract significant private investment and is expected to generate thousands of direct and indirect jobs. It will also catalyse growth in the hospitality, entertainment, and real estate sectors, particularly in Manesar and nearby areas like Pachgaon.

Officials believe the park will draw tourists from both India and abroad, elevating the region’s profile on the global tourism map, much like Disneyland parks in Paris, Tokyo, and California. Haryana’s proximity to Delhi, along with its robust infrastructure, makes it an ideal location for such a major development. The project is set to alter the region’s tourism landscape, driving economic and social benefits across multiple sectors. As the plans unfold, this new entertainment hub promises to redefine tourism in the National Capital Region, bringing Haryana closer to global entertainment destinations.