WHo we are
Bharat InvITs Association (BIA) is the preeminent non-profit organisation, established under SEBI`s guidance, focused on promotion and advancement of Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) in India. Our mission is to accelerate the growth of the Indian InvIT sector while upholding the highest standards of professionalism, governance, and regulatory compliance.
Mr. NS Venkatesh
CEO, Bharat InvITs Association
Mr. NS Venkatesh is a highly accomplished financial professional with over 40 years of experience in India’s banking and investment sectors. He currently serves as the CEO of the Bharat InvITs Association (BIA). Prior to this, he held the position of CEO at the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI).
Our Current Members
India’S Growth Story on InvITs
Introduced in 2014, Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) have revolutionised India`s infrastructure investment landscape. In less than a decade, InvITs have carved out a significant niche, offering superior risk-adjusted returns and becoming a preferred vehicle for portfolio diversification. Initially attracting substantial investment, InvITs currently manage assets exceeding ₹7 lakh crore across diverse sectors and have the potential to grow fourfold over the next decade.
Since 2019, InvITs have collectively raised over ₹1.7 lakh crore in equity. As of January 2025, a total of 26 InvITs are registered with SEBI. Among these, five publicly listed InvITs have a combined market capitalization of approximately ₹26,412 crore. Operating under stringent governance standards, InvITs are required to allocate at least 80% of their assets to income-generating projects and distribute 90% of their Net Distributable Cash Flow semi-annually or quarterly. Additionally, with a leverage cap of 70% and a AAA-rating requirement, InvITs ensure stability, transparency, and investor confidence.
InvITs provide a regulated, transparent, and liquid investment avenue, enabling investors to participate in India's infrastructure growth through fractional ownership while offering consistent yields.
Note: Data as on 31st March 2025Diverse Sectors: InvITs operate in roads, transmission lines, telecom towers, optical fibre lines, supply chain, warehousing, pipeline and energy generation.
Asset Management: 5 publicly listed and 18 privately listed InvITs manage assets worth ~₹7 lakh crore as of 31st March 2025.
Investor Participation: Market capitalization of listed InvITs exceeds ₹2.4 lakh crore, with a unitholder base of over 3.3 lakh. (as of 31st March, 2025).
Regulated and Transparent: Governed by stringent SEBI regulations, offering safe and transparent investment opportunities.
Growth Potential: Potential to grow over ₹20 lakh crore by 2030 (BIA estimates).
Regulatory Support: Backed by SEBI and the Ministry of Finance, with efforts to enhance liquidity and market presence.