Highways to 2047: India’s Long-Term Infrastructure Roadmap

India is gearing up for a transformative infrastructure journey guided by ambitious plan to modernize and expand its road network. Central to this vision is Vision 2047, a comprehensive, data-driven master plan aimed at creating a seamless and high-performance highways ecosystem that supports the nation’s economic aspirations. MoRTH (Ministry of Road Transport & Highways) is steering this mission using sophisticated tools big data, GIS mapping, e-way bill trends, freight flows and GDP projections to chart the ideal high-speed corridors needed. This analytical approach ensures equitable infrastructure access, alleviates congestion and adapts dynamically over decades. Progress So Far: Building Momentum Over the past decade, India’s highway infrastructure has surged forward: National Highways have expanded from about 91,300