Problem: India’s infrastructure projects often face delays and cost overruns because DPRs are rushed, based on weak preliminary data, and burdened by fragmented approvals and flawed contracting models. These gaps create frequent stoppages, disputes, and inefficiencies across agencies and contractors.Solution: Strengthening the DPR stage through deeper studies, better contracting structures, war-room coordination, and PMO-led oversight ensures issues are resolved before execution. A fully validated and rigorously prepared DPR becomes the foundation for predictable, disruption-free project delivery.Benefits: High-quality DPRs reduce delays, rework, and disputes, enabling smoother execution and clearer accountability. This improves contractor performance, restores confidence in the ecosystem, and unlocks significant savings—allowing India to build more infrastructure with the same resources.

Key Takeaways

The New Blueprint: Why India must fix how it plans before it builds

Download PDF

Explore why infrastructure projects fall behind schedule and how better DPRs can bring predictability, efficiency, and stronger economic impact for India.

Let's Empower Growth