India needs regional, city-level logistics plans: Commerce Minister

05 Jan '25

1 min read

India needs regional, city-level logistics plans: Commerce minister

Pic: Adobe Stock

Insights

Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal recently said there is a need to develop regional and city-level logistics plans as well for last-mile connectivity in the country.
While releasing the 'Logistics Ease Across Different States 2024” report in New Delhi, he urged states to coordinate with the private sector to develop action plans for better logistics business to attract investment.

Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal recently said there is a need to develop regional and city-level logistics plans as well for last-mile connectivity in the country.

While releasing the ‘Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) 2024” report in New Delhi, the minister urged states to coordinate with the private sector to develop action plans for better logistics business to attract investment, an official release said.

The report evaluates logistics performance across four key pillars: infrastructure, services, operating and regulatory environment, and sustainability.

He emphasised on implementation of measures to promote green logistics, workforce inclusivity and facilitation of central government projects.

Adoption of newer technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning and data analytics is vital for achieving more success in future, he noted.

States should look at multi-modal hubs for in-land container depots and make land available through the bidding mode to promote transparency and cutting down costs, he added.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (DS)

More Textiles News - India...