Department of Economic Affairs Launches Major Public-Private Partnership Projects Across Sectors

The Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) under India’s Ministry of Finance has announced a comprehensive three-year Public-Private Partnership (PPP) project pipeline worth over ₹17 lakh crore, in line with the Union Budget 2025-26.

This expansive initiative consolidates 852 projects across central ministries and state governments, designed to accelerate infrastructure development and bolster private investment participation nationwide.

The pipeline spans key sectors including road transport, power, ports, shipping, railways, and water resources — with the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways leading the list at 108 projects valued at approximately ₹8.76 lakh crore. Other notable contributions come from the Ministry of Power (46 projects) and the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (22 projects), reflecting a broad commitment to strengthening India’s core infrastructure.

Importantly, the initiative provides early visibility to investors and developers, enabling strategic planning and more informed investment decisions in medium-term infrastructure projects. Projects are distributed across states and union territories, including Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Rajasthan, highlighting a nationwide development push.