India’s government has rolled out a new Integrated State and City Logistics Plan to boost sustainable transport and cut emissions. This initiative, backed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), targets eight key cities in different states, aiming to revamp how goods move across the country.
The plan kicks off in Ludhiana, Shimla, Jaipur, Indore, Patna, Visakhapatnam, Bhubaneswar, and Guwahati. These spots, selected by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), will get a deep dive into their current logistics setup. Teams will spot roadblocks, like traffic jams or outdated infrastructure, and map out fixes to make everything run smoother.
At the heart of it all? Freight needs from local shops and booming e-commerce giants. Planners will zero in on building better truck terminals, upgrading urban roads, and streamlining last-mile delivery to get packages to doorsteps faster and greener.
Officials say this approach will link busy growth areas to major highways at the state level while modernizing city freight networks. The goal is seamless goods flow and tougher supply chains that can handle disruptions. Plus, it’s all about sustainability—think switching to low- and zero-emission vehicles for deliveries and setting up low-emission freight zones to fight pollution and noise.
The ADB steps in with expert advice, helping sync state strategies with city mobility plans. DPIIT stresses using automation and real-time data to slash costs, boost efficiency, and add transparency to every truck’s journey.
The whole planning phase should wrap up in six to eight months. If these blueprints get the green light, India might tap the ADB again for hands-on help in rolling them out nationwide. This could transform urban logistics and pave the way for eco-friendly supply chains across the board.
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