Infrastructure financing to support India growth, IIFCL says, as Viksit Bharat 2047 target nears

India’s infrastructure sector is set to remain key to long-term economic expansion and the Viksit Bharat by 2047 aim, according to India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd (IIFCL) Managing Director Rohit Rishi. Speaking on Thursday at a stakeholders meeting, Rohit Rishi linked infrastructure investment with growth, stability, and national targets.

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Rohit Rishi said India has shown resilience despite global uncertainty. Rohit Rishi also pointed to rising scope in transport, urban infrastructure, and clean energy. Rohit Rishi said policy support and a steady project pipeline are backing this momentum. The meeting included 100 stakeholders from infrastructure and finance.

Infrastructure financing focus for Viksit Bharat by 2047

Rohit Rishi outlined IIFCL’s approach to funding the sector as plans expand. "IIFCL remains committed to supporting Indias infrastructure journey by enabling financing that drives growth while promoting sustainability, resilience, and innovation. As the sector evolves, our focus is on building a high-quality, diversified portfolio aligned with national priorities,\" Rohit Rishi said.

The event also hosted two panel discussions for detailed views from key groups. The sessions focused on climate resilience and capital mobilisation. Policymakers, financiers, and industry leaders joined these talks. The aim was to examine funding gaps, risk, and ways to keep projects on track.

IIFCL infrastructure financing and capital market participation

IIFCL Deputy Managing Director Palash Srivastava reviewed IIFCL’s 21-year journey during the meeting. Palash Srivastava said IIFCL has shifted from a standard lender role. Palash Srivastava described IIFCL as a driver for wider infrastructure development. Palash Srivastava also called for new financing structures and stronger coordination.

Palash Srivastava said the next growth phase needs deeper capital market participation. Palash Srivastava added that closer collaboration among stakeholders is important. Palash Srivastava also highlighted IIFCL’s push for sustainable and ESG-aligned financing. Palash Srivastava pointed to global partnerships and new frameworks for emerging needs.

Palash Srivastava linked these priorities to longer national timelines. \"As India builds for the next 25 years of Amrit Kaal, IIFCL is committed to financing not just projects, but progress through innovation, partnerships, and sustainable infrastructure development,\" Palash Srivastava said.

With more projects expected across transport, cities, and clean energy, speakers at the meeting stressed the need for steady funding. The discussions also underlined climate resilience and capital mobilisation as key themes. IIFCL leaders said the focus remains on national priorities and a diversified financing portfolio as plans move ahead.

With inputs from PTI