Ballooning debt repayments from FY28
40% of debt is scheduled for repayment between years 5-9, which could pressure DPU if traffic growth does not offset higher principal payments.
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Omalur-Salem asset expiry in January 2027
The Omalur-Salem asset will exit the portfolio in mid-FY27, reducing NDCF by ~₹10 crore per quarter. Management expects growth to compensate, but this is uncertain.
WPI-linked toll revision risk
If WPI remains low (e.g., zero), toll revision would be only ~3%, potentially reducing revenue growth. However, management argues lower WPI benefits interest costs more.
Inflationary pressure on traffic due to fuel price hikes
Rising petrol and diesel prices could reduce vehicle traffic on expressways, impacting toll revenue growth.
Interest rate risk on floating-rate debt
A significant portion of debt is linked to MCLR; any increase in interest rates could raise finance costs and reduce distributable cash flows.
Execution risk in proposed acquisition
The non-binding offer for two HAM assets is still under evaluation; delays or failure to close could impact growth trajectory.
Toll collection normalization at Tumkur project
From April 2026, NHAI collects toll on a bypass stretch previously handled by the trust, reducing gross toll collection by ~₹1.5 crore annually.