Coverage on June 2, 2026 described how stakeholders were tracking a development that drew same-day news attention. India’s highway construction target for FY27 is set at about 10,000 km.
In addition, in FY26, NHAI alone constructed about 5,313 km, reported as about 15% above its annual target. Government planning is placing greater emphasis on access-controlled expressways and quality benchmarks, not volume alone.
Authorities also said moRTH capital expenditure on national highways has been rising, with a higher FY27 allocation for NHAI.
The matter remains under active review according to published timelines.
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Sources:
https://www.thehindu.com/news/nhai-highway-target