Until recently, we used to talk about the cost of funds being too high and, as you are aware, some infrastructure projects have a long gestation period. There is a period of construction and then there are cost overruns and delays.
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In the HAM of a Dilemma
Just as with PPP projects, HAM contracts too are finding financial closure to be a challenge. Banks, especially, are wary of putting their money on developers with weak financials and lack of adequate experience. Industry insiders, however, beg to differ.
Pooling cash flow
The concept of pooled financing comes at a time when the industry needs it more than ever in recent history.Clearing nearly Rs 2 lakh crore (still a small fraction of the pending part of the pie) was the first step for the Cabinet Committee for Investments and the special committee set up by the Prime Minister's Office for this express purpose.
Govt delays disinvestment in IFCI
According to source-based information, government postponed the proposed disinvestment in development finance institution IFCI until such time its financial position is strengthened. The government took this move as it feels that in the present situation, it may not be able to fetch the correct price for its stake if it goes for
Govt delays disinvestment in IFCI
According to source-based information, government postponed the proposed disinvestment in development finance institution IFCI until such time its financial position is strengthened. The government took this move as it feels that in the present situation, it may not be able to fetch the correct price for its stake if it goes for
Urban water: Basics bear large yields
In the last 18 months, there has been a subtle, yet perceptible shift in focus in infraÂstructure field. In government circles incluÂding the political management of the ecoÂnomy and bureaucracy,
Expressways can't be built without corporate bonds
Overdependence on bank funding of infrastructure will put unreasonable pressure on those financial institutions.



