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Wednesday, June 03, 2026

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Roads & Highways Forum 2026

Charting the Roadmap for India’s Infrastructure Future

Join industry leaders, policymakers, technology innovators, and infrastructure experts for a power-packed day of strategic discussions, knowledge sharing, networking, and recognition. Explore the sessions, speakers, and award presentations shaping the future of India’s roads, highways, and mobility infrastructure.

09:00 AM – Delegate Registration

09:30 – 10:30 AM | Inaugural Session

India’s Road Infrastructure: Powering Growth, Logistics & Connectivity for Viksit Bharat

  • Accelerating national connectivity through Bharatmala & PM Gati Shakti
  • Highways as enablers of logistics efficiency and economic competitiveness
  • Aligning road development with India’s net-zero and sustainability commitments

10:30 – 11:15 AM | Session 1 – Vision 2047: Architecting the Future of Mobility Infrastructure

  • Transition toward integrated, multimodal transport ecosystems
  • Expanding expressways, economic corridors, and last-mile connectivity
  • Reducing logistics costs to globally competitive benchmarks

11:15 AM – 12:00 PM | Session 2 – Policy, Governance & Institutional Transformation

  • Strengthening regulatory frameworks and dispute resolution mechanisms
  • Evolving roles of MoRTH, NHAI, and state agencies in next-generation infrastructure
  • Driving digitisation, sustainability, and PPP revival through policy reforms

12:00 – 12:45 PM | Session 3 – Financing the Future: Innovative Models & Investment Strategies

  • Unlocking value through asset monetisation (TOT, InvITs) and global capital
  • Advancing ESG financing, green bonds, and climate-linked investments
  • Enhancing project bankability and risk allocation frameworks
  • Reimagining PPP, HAM, and hybrid financing structures

12:45 – 01:45 PM | Networking Lunch

01:45 – 02:30 PM | Session 4 – Digital Highways: Enabling Intelligent & Connected Infrastructure

  • Leveraging AI, IoT, and Digital Twin technologies across the asset lifecycle
  • Transition toward GNSS-based tolling and next-gen FASTag ecosystem
  • Real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and data-driven decision-making
  • Integrating BIM, GIS, and drone technologies in project delivery

02:30 – 02:45 PM | Networking Tea Break

02:45 – 03:30 PM | Session 5 – Sustainable Construction & Next-Gen Road Technologies

  • Advancing net-zero highways and low-carbon construction practices
  • Scaling circular economy approaches: recycled materials, plastic waste, and fly ash
  • Designing climate-resilient and resource-efficient infrastructure
  • Adoption of automation, robotics, and high-performance materials
  • Strengthening indigenous capabilities under the Make in India initiative

03:30 – 04:15 PM | Session 6 – Road Safety, Operations & User-Centric Mobility

  • AI-led safety systems and black spot mitigation strategies
  • Intelligent Traffic Management Systems (ITMS) and enforcement technologies
  • Enhancing operational efficiency and asset performance
  • Elevating commuter experience and highway service ecosystems

04:15 – 04:25 PM | Valedictory Remarks

04:30 – 06:30 PM | RoadTech Awards 2026