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The Indian government is enhancing its infrastructure project monitoring system to better track milestones during the pre-construction phase and improve project data accuracy. The updated Online Computerised Monitoring System (OCMS), managed by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), will identify potential delays and ensure costs remain within approved limits. It will now integrate with the India Investment Grid (IIG)-Project Monitoring Group (PMG) portal for unified data management. The OCMS facilitates oversight of central infrastructure projects worth INR 150 crore and above, offering comprehensive financial and progress reports. This initiative involves collaboration with key departments to ensure consistency and efficiency.
The Indian government is revamping its infrastructure project monitoring system to address potential delays and streamline tracking during the pre-construction stage. According to sources, the updated Online Computerised Monitoring System (OCMS), managed by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), will enhance milestone tracking and provide detailed insights into each phase of project execution. Advertisement
The new system, expected to launch in the near future, aims to prevent cost overruns and ensure project timelines remain within approved boundaries. It will now record project start dates, tender award timelines, and derive the completion schedule from the start date, replacing the earlier reliance on board approval dates.
The OCMS tracks central infrastructure projects valued at INR 150 crore and above, releasing regular reports that cover completed, ongoing, added, or removed projects across sectors and states. It also provides insights into financial aspects, including original and anticipated costs, enabling efficient monitoring of potential cost escalations.
As part of the overhaul, the system will integrate with the India Investment Grid (IIG)-Project Monitoring Group (PMG) portal through application programming interfaces (APIs). This integration ensures a unified approach to data entry and standardises definitions and calculations. The initiative is being coordinated with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA), ensuring a collaborative and smooth effort.
The government's initiative to upgrade the Online Computerised Monitoring System (OCMS) signifies a progressive step towards improving transparency and efficiency in infrastructure project management. By introducing real-time tracking and integrating with the India Investment Grid (IIG)-Project Monitoring Group portal, the system aims to streamline processes, minimise delays, and control costs effectively.
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