Redefining India's Highways: The Artery And Vein of The Logistic System

In the age of digital revolution, India's highways are no longer just stretches of asphalt and concrete; they are evolving into intelligent backbones of mobility and data, enabling seamless transport and real-time information flow.

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The vision of smart networks is reshaping how we travel, transport goods, manage tolls, and even access the internet on the move. Once seen merely as physical connectors between cities and states, the country’s highways are now being reimagined as smart corridors of connectivity and control, designed not just for vehicles, but for data, communication, and real-time decision-making.

The scale of this transformation is as vast as the network itself. As of March 2025, India’s road network stands at more than 63 lakh kilometres, the second largest in the world. Within this, the National Highway network has grown to 1,46,204 kilometres, up from 91,287 kilometres in 2013-14, a remarkable increase of about 60%. Between 2014 and 2025 alone, the country has added 54,917 kilometres of new national highways, a feat that reflects not only construction prowess but also a pressing need for digitally enabled management and monitoring of such a massive asset. In a sweeping move to enhance efficiency and streamline operations, the government has adopted a comprehensive 360-degree digital transformation across all major phases of a highway project's lifecycle. From planning and detailed project reports (DPR) to construction, maintenance, tolling, and network upgradation, core processes are being streamlined to enhance system performance and promote ease of doing business.

Digital Tolling & Payment Reforms

From paper tickets and cash booths to seamless, sensor-driven travel, India’s national highways are undergoing a quiet revolution. In a bid to cut down on wait times, reduce fuel wastage, and plug revenue leakages, the country has been steadily overhauling its toll collection system with digital-first solutions.

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