Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:11am on 07 Aug 2026,Friday India
PNC Infratech has secured two National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) projects worth ₹3,483 crore in Uttar Pradesh, despite facing scrutiny over alleged construction quality issues linked to the Kanpur-Lucknow Expressway and an ongoing CBI investigation into alleged bribery. The fresh contracts have sparked questions over the company's continued eligibility for major infrastructure projects. The development comes as authorities investigate defects reported on the expressway, prompting concerns about project oversight and accountability. While the company has denied wrongdoing, the contracts have intensified debate over transparency, procurement standards, and quality control in India's highway infrastructure sector. (PC: India Today)
