• Shreya Aggarwal

The construction projects are traditionally divided into a series of activities or operations undertaken by various individuals or groups, each with differing levels of interest and involvement. The complex and lengthy design and execution processes in construction projects necessitate collaboration and negotiation among numerous stakeholders. The individuals and groups involved, both directly and indirectly, are referred to as project stakeholders. Managing the relationships between the project and its stakeholders is key because stakeholders control information and resources, giving them significant power. Project managers must engage stakeholders to meet their varying demands, thereby improving decision-making effectiveness and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle. If stakeholders are dissatisfied with the project's quality or management, adjustments in scope, time, and cost may be required to align with their expectations. Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects, widely adopted for large-scale infrastructure development, introduce a collaborative approach between the public and private sectors. These projects allow for shared risks and resources but involve diverse stakeholders with different objectives, making stakeholder management (SM) even more critical for success. Effective SM in PPPs ensures alignment of interests, smooth communication, and conflict resolution throughout the project lifecycle—factors essential for timely and budget-compliant project delivery. However, stakeholder management in PPP projects is particularly complex due to the long-term nature of these partnerships, often spanning decades, and the need to balance public and private interests. Ineffective SM can lead to conflicts, delays, and cost overruns, jeopardizing the project's viability. Despite its importance, there is limited research specifically addressing the tools, techniques, and strategies for stakeholder management in PPPs. This study aims to fill that gap by examining the role of stakeholder management in PPP projects, identifying key stakeholders, analyzing the major challenges, and proposing a comprehensive framework to enhance collaboration and project outcomes.

Stakeholders, Stakeholder Management, Public-Private Partnership (PPP), Project lifecycle, Critical success factors (CSFs)

"Stakeholder Management in Indian PPP Projects: A case study of Jewar Airport", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 4, page no.n305-n314, April-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2504D39.pdf

"Stakeholder Management in Indian PPP Projects: A case study of Jewar Airport", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 4, page no. ppn305-n314, April-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2504D39.pdf