The true strength of a nation’s engineering capability is reflected not only in how quickly it builds, but in how consistently it preserves what is built.
This concern surfaced sharply during our recent industry feature (October 2025): “Does the L1 Bidding System Need a Reset? A Question That Can No Longer Be Ignored.” In interviews that were meant to focus on tendering practices, many contractors and developers instinctively shifted the conversation to something deeper –– maintenance. They warned that India’s infrastructure challenges do not end with aggressive pricing or thin margins; they often begin after the inauguration cameras leave.
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