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India Opens Highways for Retail Investors
20 Nov
Summary
- NHAI introduces Public InvIT for retail investment in highways.
- Approximately 1,500 km of roads to be offered by 2029.
- First public InvIT units expected by February 2026.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is establishing Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) as a Public InvIT, enabling retail investors to invest directly in operational highway assets. This initiative aims to unlock the monetization potential of the nation's extensive highway network. The investment manager, Raajmarg Infra Investment Managers, is a collaborative venture involving leading banks and financial institutions.
Around 1,500 km of completed and operational National Highways are slated to be introduced into the Public InvIT over the next three to five years. This move is expected to create significant investment opportunities, particularly for retail and domestic investors, by offering units traded on stock exchanges. NHAI has a strong track record in asset monetization, having previously raised substantial funds through other models.
The first issuance of InvIT units for the public and retail investors is projected for launch in February 2026. The investment manager will adhere to robust governance standards, ensuring transparency and investor protection in line with SEBI regulations. This public InvIT represents a new frontier for infrastructure investment in India.
