News Bulletin: November 2025 – Edition 1
PM Modi Unveils ₹1,220 Crore Projects
On Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary, PM Modi launched and laid foundations for projects worth ₹1,220 crore at Ekta Nagar, Gujarat. Key works include the Museum of Royal Kingdoms of India (₹367 crore), Veer Balak Udyan (₹90.46 crore), a travellator extension (₹27.43 crore), a sports complex (₹23.6 crore), and 25 new e-buses to boost tourism and connectivity.
Read more here: ANI News
FM India Supply Chain Leases 1.31 Lakh sq ft at Lodha Industrial Park Near Mumbai for ₹33 Crore
Logistics firm FM India Supply Chain has leased 1.31 lakh sq ft of space at Lodha Industrial Park, Palava City, near Mumbai for five years. The ₹33-crore deal signals strong demand for modern warehousing and logistics infrastructure in the region.
Read the full story here: Maritime Gateway
Mumbai Adds 157 New Electric Buses to BEST Fleet
Mumbai’s BEST introduced 157 new AC electric buses under CM Devendra Fadnavis’ push toward a fully electric fleet by 2026–27. The move strengthens last-mile connectivity and advances the city’s green mobility goals. CM Fadnavis also directed the transit body to diversify revenue by achieving 40% of income from non-fare sources.
Source: ET Infra
Steel Prices Hit Five-Year Low
Hot-rolled coil and TMT rebar prices have fallen to their lowest levels since 2020, at around ₹47,000 per tonne. Weak export demand, rising imports and global oversupply are all factors why India’s market is experiencing the downturn. Domestic mill margins shrink even amid stable raw material costs. Ministry of Steel flag concerns and plan stakeholder consultations as the downtrend is expected to persist into the near term.
Source: ET Infra
CONCOR & Adani Cement Partner on Rail-Based Cement Transport
Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) and Adani Cement have signed two MoUs to shift bulk cement transportation from road to rail, deploying specialist tank and box-liner containers over key corridors. This will be India’s first large-scale model of its kind.
Read More: Maritime Gateway
Abu Dhabi Ranks 5th in Global Smart City Index 2025
Abu Dhabi climbed to fifth place in the IMD Smart City Index 2025, recognized for digital public services, clean transport, and innovative city management.The city scored high for safety, efficient transport, and satisfaction with digital public services.
Read More: The Times Of India
On The Horizon
1. Water and Utility Infrastructure Gets Global Attention
India’s water and wastewater infrastructure is attracting international investment. The European Investment Bank has committed USD 191 million to upgrade systems in Uttarakhand, and several states are preparing similar projects under Jal Jeevan Mission. The sector is expanding rapidly, supported by both sustainability and urban resilience goals.
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The scope for integrated design, network optimization, and PPP structuring is increasing. Water is no longer just a utility issue but a cross-sector planning priority.
2. Data Centre Infrastructure Becomes a Core Asset Class
India’s data centre market is projected to grow 14.6% annually through 2032, driven by AI, cloud adoption, and hyperscale investments. Read More
The growth of digital infrastructure requires specialized civil, power, and cooling design expertise. Multi-disciplinary consultancies are now part of the technology supply chain.
3. Cities Under Pressure to Build Climate-Resilient Infrastructure
A World Bank assessment highlights the investment gap in climate-resilient urban infrastructure, warning that many Indian cities face flooding and heat-risk challenges. Read More
Infrastructure design will increasingly include resilience modelling, drainage redesign, and adaptive planning.
4. The Water Infrastructure Market Keeps Expanding
India’s water infrastructure sector continues to grow at over 11% CAGR, supported by new public and private investments. Read More
With urban demand and industrial reuse increasing, this sector will generate long-term opportunities.