1,775 Infrastructure Projects Overshoot Costs by ₹3.4 Lakh Crore
What Happened
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) reported that 1,775 ongoing infrastructure projects worth over ₹150 crore each have recorded a cumulative cost overrun of ₹3.4 lakh crore as of July 2026. The projects' original cost of ₹33.7 lakh crore has risen to ₹37.1 lakh crore. Transport and logistics projects account for the largest share of the infrastructure pipeline, followed by the energy sector.
Key Takeaways
Despite the cost escalation, project execution remains on track in many cases, with 38% of projects crossing 80% physical progress. The data highlights both the scale of India’s infrastructure expansion and the challenge of keeping large projects within budget.