Views of Hardip Singh Rai: “Think Gas is committed to developing the Indian CGD market”
Over the past few years, the city gas distribution (CGD) network in India has witnessed a steady growth in terms of infrastructure development. Continuing this momentum, the sector is set to become one of the […]
Views of Dr Anil Kumar Jain: “LNG is a promising fuel”
Over the years, India’s city gas distribution (CGD) industry has grown and matured in terms of both regulatory framework and infrastructure. There have so far been 11 CGD bidding rounds to expand the natural gas […]
Views of Suresh P. Manglani: “ATGL strives to build infrastructure ahead of demand”
Adani Total Gas Limited (ATGL) is one of the biggest city gas distribution (CGD) players in the country. It is a joint venture (JV) between the Adani Group and France-based TotalEnergies, each holding a 37.4 […]
Missed Targets: Low RPO compliance calls for a policy relook
Mandating the purchase of renewable energy has been a key policy tool aimed at increasing its uptake. As per the Tariff Policy, 2016, it was decided that the Ministry of Power, in consultation with the […]
Building a Resilient Network: Draft NEP 2023 outlines the perspective transmission plan
India’s transmission network is growing rapidly to support the increasing power demand and the expanding power generation capacity in the country. Recently, the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) released a key transmission planning study – the […]
Transition Time: Navigating the shift from standalone renewables to RTC renewables
One of the key trends in India’s renewable energy sector is the rise of round-the-clock (RTC) renewable energy as a key energy source, on par with thermal, hydro and nuclear power, for meeting baseload requirements. […]
Resource Optimisation: BMC initiatives for water supply and wastewater treatment
Dr Ajit Salvi, Deputy Chief Engineer, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation Water is considered the elixir of life; however, this critical resource has finite availability. It has a quantitative limitation and a qualitative vulnerability. Freshwater availability is […]
Expanding Usage: Pumping solutions find diverse applications across infrastructure sectors
The Indian pump industry is poised to become a robust market with diverse applications across various infrastructure sectors. There is a growing focus on manufacturing higher quality and energy-efficient pumps through innovations and integration with […]
Steady Growth: Pump market trends and key drivers
The Indian pump sector has been growing over the past few years due to several factors, including growing urbanisation, declining groundwater levels and various initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure. Pumps are considered essential equipment in […]
Infrastructure Focus: Interim budget reinforces the thrust on development and capacity building
The interim budget for 2024-25 is a placeholder and it was passed by vote on account. A full-year budget will be presented and passed by the next Parliament after the general elections. The interim budget […]
Views of Dr Anil Kumar Jain: “LNG is a promising fuel”
Over the years, India’s city gas distribution (CGD) industry has grown and matured in terms of both regulatory framework and infrastructure. There have so far been 11 CGD bidding rounds to expand the natural gas […]
Views of P.R. Jaishankar:“Sustainable infrastructure an optimistic future”
Infrastructure is the backbone of any economy and India is no different. Hence, a robust infrastructure is essential for improving the overall economic development. Around a decade back, the infrastructure financing landscape in India was […]
Technology Adoption: Use of sustainable and innovative solutions in road development
In recent times, innovative technologies and materials are being increasingly implemented in the sector, as companies take initiatives to further the technological penetration. For instance, Dineshchandra R. Agrawal Infracon Private Limited (DRAIPL) has adopted technologies […]
Key Statistics: Snapshot of electronic tolling
Key Statistics: Progress under the Bharatmala Pariyojana
Safety Net: Uptake of advanced security measures in the railway sector
The railway sector has undergone some significant reforms in the past decade, having centred its focus on modernising rail infrastructure and improving operational safety. As a result, the number of consequential train derailments has seen […]
Ambitious Targets: Initiatives to increase the modal share of railways in freight movement
The robust development of rail freight infrastructure plays a crucial role in logistics movement and supply chains in India. The modal split of freight transportation varies based on geography, nature of commodities, legal and regulatory […]
Expansion Track: IR undertakes large-scale capacity enhancement
Indian Railways (IR) connects the length and breadth of the nation through a network spanning more than 68,000 km, servicing over 7,000 stations. Over the past few years, IR has steadily worked towards infrastructure development, […]
Digital Inside: In-building connectivity infrastructure emerges as a key utility service
T.V. Ramachandran, President, Broadband India Forum This is an age of data deluge. Whatever we do, whichever way we turn, mostly it is about data, data and more data. The average monthly mobile data usage […]
Spectrum for Satcom: Draft telecom bill proposes administrative allocation of airwaves
The new Telecommunications Act proposes the assignment of satellite spectrum through an administrative process. This may resolve a long-standing debate over the mode of spectrum allocation. This move will also allow satellite communication (satcom) service […]
Divided They Stand: TSPs and OTT players face off across the regulatory fence
Should over-the-top (OTT) service providers pay a network fee, or some other charge to telecom service providers? Can net neutrality be maintained and, indeed, should it be maintained in the networks of the future? Should […]
Views of Essar Ports’ Rajiv Agarwal: “The port sector is expected to gain traction from private players”
The Indian port sector has seen tremendous changes in recent years. To facilitate the transition to renewable energy and promote decarbonisation, several steps are being taken. The government has undertaken various green port initiatives at […]
Key Statistics: Status of Sagarmala projects
Key Statistics: Efficiency indicators
Flying High: Financing trends in the Indian airport industry
Over the past decade, airports in the country have been witnessing significant investments. There has been a surge in airport construction projects stemming from the increase in demand for air travel. Investor and lender sentiment […]
Digital Visualisation: Enabling role of BIM in airport planning, design and construction
Airport infrastructure development has come a long way over the years. In addition to facilitating aircraft movement, airports are now a hub for commercial activities and tourism, while also showcasing intricate terminal designs and structures. […]
Growth Expectations: Key drivers for air cargo expansion
The Indian air cargo industry is growing at a steady pace after recovering from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. Freight traffic increased by 3.2 per cent in 2022-23 as compared to 2021-22, indicating a […]
Views of Sudhir Hoshing: “The pace of construction has accelerated significantly”
The construction industry, which serves as the backbone of India’s economy, has seen tremendous advancement in the past several years. Modern machinery, materials and technology are now being employed in construction projects. The industry today […]
Tunnelling Techniques: Methods being deployed in India
Tunnel construction activity in India has seen significant growth in the past few years owing to the development across key infrastructure sectors, including urban rail, roads and highways, hydropower, and water and sewerage. The introduction […]
Smart Infrastructure: Digitalisation gains momentum across sectors
Digitalisation has completely transformed the way infrastructure projects are executed across the world. Its ability to promote collaboration, streamline building processes, assure safety and optimise long-term asset management makes it a vital tool in the […]
