Sandeep R Arora - CMD, High Ground Enterprise

Crafting Opportunities Delivering Growth In Infrastructure Space

How has government's renewed focus on infrastructure opened opportunities for Engineering Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) entities like High Ground Enterprise Ltd., (across various sectors)?

We are experiencing a renewed thrust on infrastructure, not only by the government but also by public sector and private sector entities alike. One of the verticals which differentiate us from our peers is Consulting, in which we conduct ‘Third Party Certification’ (TPC) and audits. We are encouraged by the increased traction that we are witnessing in this vertical, which clearly implies increased industry awareness over cost and quality controls. While the government has historically been investing in strengthening the social infrastructure of the country, very little has been invested into analysing if these initiatives are taking the intended shape. Over the last few years, we find a change in this mindset. For instance, HGEL has carried out   audits of school infrastructure under the ‘Sarva Sikhsha Abhiyaan’ initiative, and has carried out water audits and audit of rural infrastructure i.e. OHT, pumps, distribution network, hand pumps, checked dams, etc.