India’s Transport & Sports Infrastructure Landscape in FY 2024-25: A Zone-wise Analysis – Part 1 of 3

In this analysis, Biltrax Construction Data provides insights into India’s Transport & Sports landscape for FY 2024-25. The report documents key trends, major players, and government initiatives that are shaping the nation’s infrastructure industry, with a particular focus on transport and sports developments. These are discovered & documented through the BX-1 platform and further examined yearly trends, major players, and government initiatives shaping the nation’s construction industry.

As part of its goal to become a developed country by 2047, the Indian government is focusing heavily on infrastructure development. FY 2024–25 stood out as a landmark period, with significant emphasis on modernizing transport networks and elevating the country’s sports ecosystem. Under initiatives such as the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, and Khelo India, the government is enhancing multi-modal connectivity, while also investing in the grassroots and elite levels of sports infrastructure.  

In the Union Budget 2024–25 announced in July, the government allocated an estimated 25,000 INR-Crore towards capital expenditure for metro rail and Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) projects. This marked a 7.8% increase over the previous financial year. It further reflects the broader vision of advancing connectivity through an integrated transport network. These efforts are aimed at encouraging economic growth and strengthening India’s global presence in logistics, urban mobility, and sustainable infrastructure development.

In the first instalment of our Transport & Sports Infrastructure Series, we focus on India’s evolving landscape in these two crucial sectors, drawing insights from Biltrax’s BX-1 platform. The platform covers a wide range of projects, including Metro Lines, Airport Terminals, Railway Stations, Bus Terminals, Bullet Trains, Stadiums, Sports Complexes, and other related structures.

This article delves into the key policies, funding plans, and major projects that shaped the Transport and Sports Infrastructure sectors in FY 2024–25.

Utilizing Biltrax Construction Data for Strategic Insights

As a leading intelligence platform in India’s construction landscape, Biltrax plays a critical role in monitoring these zonal analytics. The platform tracked 59,411+ live construction projects nationwide, as of September 2025. These developments collectively represent more than 17.04 Billion-SqFt of construction area, with an estimated construction cost of 11,556,362 INR-Crore (approximately 1.39 US$-Trillion). This extensive dataset represents a significant %age of India’s construction ecosystem, further offering stakeholders valuable insights into emerging trends and regional developments.

Additionally, our comprehensive coverage includes information on 31,340 project owners, 12,352 architecture and consultancy firms, and 7,653 construction companies. It includes more than 9.64 million approvals for over 18,070 leading brands active across India.

Key Initiatives during FY 2024-25 in the Transport & Sports Infrastructure Sector:

• In the Union Budget 2024–25, a Transit-Oriented Development plan was announced for 14 major cities with populations exceeding 3 million. This initiative focuses on integrating land use and transport planning to promote sustainable urban growth around metro corridors.

• The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is planning a capital expenditure (capex) of about 30,000 INR-Crore in the next five years to build and revamp airport infrastructure across the country.

• As per the draft plan made by the country’s airport authority, India is planning to more than double its airport count to 300 by 2047 on the back of an eightfold increase in passenger traffic. This will further involve developing existing airstrips to full-scale airports and building new ones from scratch. The draft plan also showed that around 70 airstrips can be developed into full-fledged airports.

• Western Railways proposed to build several new railway stations, including 36 in Gujarat. The Railway Board has already approved the same. The proposal includes 10 stations on the Chhota Udepur – Dhar railway line, 16 on the Dahod – Zabua – Dhar – Indore railway line, and 4 on the Naliya – Jakhau port railway line. Additionally, 1 station is proposed each on the Modasa – Shamlaji road and Bhimnath – Dholera route.

• The Andhra Pradesh State Government approved a pre-feasibility study for the development of six new greenfield airports as part of its plan to transform the state into a multi-modal logistics hub. The new airports are proposed to be set up at Kuppam, Srikakulam, Nagarjuna Sagar, Tuni-Annavaram, Ongole, and Tadepalligudem. 

• According to the Ministry of Railways, the Indian Railways is undertaking a major station redevelopment drive under the ‘Amrit Bharat Station Scheme’. Under the scheme, 1,337 stations were identified for modernization. Tenders were also awarded and work begun at 1,198 of these stations, while the rest are at various stages of planning and tendering. This initiative is expected to further boost economic growth through increased employment and improved infrastructure.

Overview

During FY 2024-25, BX-1 documented 117 Transport & Sports Infrastructure projects worth nearly 20,694 INR-Crore of Construction value. Our zonal analysis for the last financial year highlights diverse construction activities across India’s six zones. These projects across various zones further highlight steady regional involvement in supporting overall development efforts:-

Zone-wise Distribution 

Biltrax tracks projects zone-wise as elaborated below 

Zone	Project Nos	Construction Value (INR-Crore)
South	22	11,650
West	35	5,628
North	18	1,612
East	19	888
North-East	16	731
Central	7	185
TOTAL	117	20,694

During FY 2024-25, the South zone led with the highest construction value of 11,650 INR-Crore, implementing 22 projects. This accounted for over 56% of India’s total construction value in the Transport & Sports Infrastructure sector. It further indicates a strong focus on large-scale infrastructure developments.  Meanwhile, the West zone topped in terms of project numbers during the last financial year. The zone accounted for 35 projects with a construction cost of 5,628 INR-Crore.

Segment-wise Construction Overview

(Based on Construction Value)*

In this section, we highlight the top segments that shaped the transport and sports infrastructure sector during FY 2024-25. 

During the last financial year, the top three transport infrastructure categories by construction value were Metro Lines, Railway Station Redevelopments, and Airport Terminals. These together accounted for 16,115 INR-Crore in construction cost, representing 77.87% of the total construction cost. This included 7 metro line projects (7,786 INR-Crore), 9 airport terminal developments (4,209 INR-Crore), and 2 major railway station redevelopments (4,120 INR-Crore).

Although the BX-1 platform identified only two railway station redevelopment projects during FY 2024–25, the segment led in terms of construction value (4,120 INR-Crore) owing to their high capital intensity. A key example is the proposed KRIDE Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project, Bangalore (Channasandra – Rajankunte)

The project covers key suburban rail corridors in Bengaluru, including Channasandra–Rajankunte (22 Km), KSR Bengaluru–Devanahalli (41 Km), Baiyappanahalli–Chikkabanavara (25.14 Km), Kengeri–Whitefield (35.52 Km), and Heelalige–Bemmiganahalli (24 Km). Moreover, it envisions the construction and development of railway stations and supporting infrastructure. The new stations proposed at Channasandra, Horamavu, Hennur, Thanisandra, RK Hegde Nagar, Jakkur, Yelahanka, Muddenahalli, and Rajankunte. Key stakeholders in the project include L&T Constructions as the EPC contractor, NCC Limited for civil works. Meanwhile, the consultants include RITES Limited for DPR/feasibility studies, Egis India Consulting Engineers Pvt. Ltd, AECOM India Pvt. Ltd., and Louis Berger Consulting Pvt. Ltd. for project management (PMC) services. Strategically, this development will decongest Bengaluru’s urban core and also boost regional connectivity, supporting long-term economic growth.

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To conclude, India’s transport and sports infrastructure in FY 2024–25 reflects a country in transition, steadily building the foundations for modern mobility, world-class facilities, and sustainable growth. Strategic projects in these sectors are driving stronger connectivity, urban expansion, and greater global competitiveness. With the support of Biltrax’s robust analytics, industry players can better navigate this evolving landscape. They can further make informed decisions and plan for long-term growth. In the upcoming parts of this series, we will dive deeper into each region, offering clear insights to guide strategic planning and sustainable development.

To further explore the construction trends of India’s Transport & Sports Infrastructure Sector in specific zones, please refer to the following detailed reports:

• Part 2: North, East, and West Zones
• Part 3: South, Central, Northeast Zones

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