Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has operationalised a new web-based portal — PAIMANA (Project Assessment, Infrastructure Monitoring & Analytics for Nation-building) — for mandated monitoring of Central Sector Infrastructure Projects worth ₹150 crore and above. PAIMANA replaces the earlier OCMS-2006 (Online Computerized Monitoring System).
About PAIMANA
- Functions as a centralised national repository of infrastructure projects, enabling web-generated analytical reports and enhancing data accuracy, and operational efficiency.
- Operationalised in coordination with over 20 Ministries/Departments, DEA and DPIIT.
Key Features of PAIMANA
- Advanced data analytics
- Interactive dashboards
- Role-based access
- Reporting & query modules
- Data gap identification through review cases
Integration with DPIIT Portal:
- In line with the principle of “one data, one entry”, PAIMANA is integrated with
- Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)’s Integrated Project Monitoring Portal (IPMP/IIG-PMG).
Key Outcomes:
- Automatic data flow from Central Ministries/Departments.
- Around 60% of projects are updated automatically, reducing manual data entry.
- Improved standardisation and efficiency in project monitoring.
Project Status (As of January 2026)
Overall Coverage
- 1,702 ongoing infrastructure projects
- Revised cost: ₹39.25 lakh crore
- Cumulative expenditure: ₹20.02 lakh crore (~51.01% of revised cost)
- 203 additional projects onboarded during the month
- 3 projects commissioned
Physical & Financial Progress
- 645 projects (~38%) have achieved over 80% physical progress
- 240 projects (~14%) have crossed 80% financial completion
- Indicates many projects nearing completion alongside newly initiated ones.
Project Categorisation
Mega Projects (₹1,000 crore & above):
- 695 projects
- Revised cost: ₹29 lakh crore
Major Projects (₹150–1,000 crore):
- 1,007 projects
- Revised cost: ₹4.72 lakh crore
Ministry-wise Distribution
Top Implementing Ministries
| Ministry | No. of Projects | Share of Projects | Project Cost (₹ lakh crore) | Share of Total Cost |
| Ministry of Road Transport & Highways | 863 | 50% | 8.1 | 20% |
| Ministry of Railways | 249 | 15% | 8.5 | 22% (Largest cost share) |
| Ministry of Coal | 126 | — | 2.14 | — |
Other Key Implementing Ministries
| Ministry | No. of Projects | Project Cost (₹ lakh crore) |
| Petroleum & Natural Gas | 110 | 5.03 |
| Power | 102 | 5.28 |
| Housing & Urban Affairs | 56 | 3.96 |
| Department of Water Resources | 47 | 1.98 |
Remaining Ministries
| Category | Details |
| Remaining Projects | 149 |
| Total Cost | ₹3.98 lakh crore |
| Ministries Involved | Civil Aviation, Steel, Telecom, Health, Ports, Mines, DPIIT, etc. |