EconomyFriday, 29 May 2026·The Hindu
NHAI to monetise 1,600 km of highways in FY27 across 9 States
NHAI has identified 1,600 km of highway stretches for monetisation in FY 2027 across nine States, including Tamil Nadu.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In May 2026, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) identified 1,600 km of highway stretches for monetisation in FY 2027, covering Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Maharashtra.
Key specifics
- Monetisation target: 1,600 km of highways in FY 2027.
- Implementing agency: National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
- Coverage spans 9 States, including Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.
- The identified stretches are part of the national highway asset monetisation plan.
- FY 2027 indicates the financial year 2026-27.
Exam lens
Economy and infrastructure question type, NHAI, 1,600 km, FY 2027, 9 States including Tamil Nadu; TNPSC may ask which agency monetises highway assets and in which financial year the plan is set.