Mentor

Third-Generation Entrepreneur in Family Business (Prakash Asphalting and Toll Highways)

With a background in civil engineering and a strong inclination towards technological innovation, I have been actively engaged in the family business since 2009. Over the years, I have cultivated a comprehensive understanding of the infrastructure industry, particularly focusing on the construction and operation of highways and expressways in India.

As a collaborative, empowering, and results-driven leader, I manage various facets of the business, including business development, construction and maintenance, toll operations, and technology adoption at PATH India Ltd. My tenure has been marked by several significant innovations:

• Booth-less Toll Plaza for ETC (FASTag): Conceived and designed a cutting-edge toll plaza system, leading to approximately 30% savings in land acquisition costs. This design, praised and approved by NHAI, is now implemented nationwide.
• ITS System Integration and ETC Systems: Transformed PATH India Ltd into a recognized leader in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and ETC (FASTag) systems.
• Precast Technology Adoption: Implemented precast technology across all construction projects to enhance efficiency and quality.
• AI-Based Vehicle Identification: Pioneered the adoption of AI-based image recognition technology for vehicle identification in tolling systems, a first in India.

Beyond my professional endeavors, I am passionate about car racing and tennis. I have received multiple awards in national rallies, off-road rallies, and tennis tournaments. Additionally, I hold an unofficial record for driving a Lamborghini Urus at a speed of 317 KMPH.