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BOT snub: Rs 22,000 crore highway projects fail to attract bids

Private companies are shying away from four major highway projects totaling 22,000 crore. Concerns over contract terms, especially dispute resolution and tight timelines, are deterring bidders. Developers cite a lack of arbitration provisions and unrealistic project durations as key risks. This situation highlights a collective rejection of India's current BOT model, raising questions about future public funding for infrastructure development.

24 Mar 2026 12:52 am