{"id":107282,"date":"2026-06-08T16:59:56","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T11:29:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/?p=107282"},"modified":"2026-06-08T16:59:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T11:29:56","slug":"national-logistics-policy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/national-logistics-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"National Logistics Policy, Objectives, Features &#038; Achievements"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>National Logistics Policy (NLP)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a government initiative aimed at improving the efficiency of the country\u2019s logistics system. It focuses on making the movement of goods faster, smoother, and more cost-effective by better coordination between different transport modes like road, rail, air, and waterways. Overall, the policy seeks to reduce logistics costs, boost trade and economic growth, and make businesses more competitive.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>About National Logistics Policy<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Genesis and Background:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The National Logistics Policy (NLP) was introduced in 2022 to strengthen India\u2019s logistics sector alongside the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/pm-gatishakti\/\" target=\"_blank\"><b>PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan<\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> While Gati Shakti focuses on building physical infrastructure like roads, railways, and ports, NLP focuses on <\/span><b>improving how the logistics system actually functions,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> making it more efficient and coordinated.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Vision and Objective:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The policy aims to create a logistics ecosystem that is well-integrated, technology-driven, cost-effective, reliable and environmentally sustainable. The broader goal is to support faster economic growth and ensure that development benefits all regions and sectors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Focus on Soft Infrastructure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Unlike infrastructure-heavy plans, National Logistics Policy mainly deals with improving processes and systems. It works on simplifying rules, reducing delays, improving logistics services, promoting digital platforms and building a skilled workforce for the sector.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Key Targets:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The policy sets clear goals such as reducing logistics costs in <\/span><b>India to match global standards by 2030<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, improving India\u2019s ranking in the global <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/logistics-port-performance-index\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Logistics Performance Index<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the top 25, and creating a strong data-based system for better planning and decision-making.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Implementation through CLAP:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The policy is implemented through the <\/span><b>Comprehensive Logistics Action Plan,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> which includes multiple action areas covering reforms, digital integration, service improvement, and sector-specific strategies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Digital Transformation and Integration:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Major digital initiatives like ULIP have connected multiple logistics-related systems, enabling smooth data sharing and coordination. This has led to a large number of digital transactions, improving efficiency and transparency across the supply chain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Regulatory and Business Ease Reforms:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Mechanisms like the E-Logs portal and Service Improvement Group have been set up to address industry problems and improve ease of doing business. Many issues raised by stakeholders have already been resolved.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Infrastructure Support through MMLPs:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Multi-Modal Logistics Parks are being developed to integrate different modes of transport and provide services like warehousing, packaging, and customs clearance at one location, improving efficiency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sustainability and Green Logistics:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The policy promotes environmentally friendly logistics practices. Tools have been developed to measure emissions, and companies are encouraged to adopt cleaner and more sustainable methods.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/skill-development-schemes-and-policies\/\" target=\"_blank\"><b>Skill Development<\/b><\/a><b> and Capacity Building:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A strong emphasis is placed on training and education. Many universities now offer logistics courses, and thousands of professionals have been trained to improve the quality and efficiency of the workforce.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sector-Specific Logistics Planning (SPEL):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The policy includes special logistics strategies for important sectors like coal, cement, steel, and food processing. These plans aim to reduce costs and improve efficiency in each sector.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>State-Level Implementation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Many states and union territories have created their own logistics policies and action plans. Some have also given industry status to logistics, allowing businesses to receive incentives and benefits.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Urban Logistics Planning:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> City Logistics Plans are being developed to improve the movement of goods in urban areas. These plans aim to reduce traffic congestion, lower pollution, and make deliveries more efficient.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Inclusivity and Gender Participation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Efforts are being made to increase the participation of women in the logistics sector. Studies and policy recommendations are being developed to make the sector more inclusive.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Overview of Logistic Sector of India<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>India\u2019s Economic Growth and Global Position:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> India has emerged as the <\/span><b>fourth-largest economy in the world<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, showing strong recovery after the pandemic. Between 2021 and 2022, the economy grew by <\/span><b>15.3%<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, driven by sectors like services, manufacturing, and agriculture. Even after that, India has continued to grow steadily, recording a <\/span><b>6.5% real <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/gross-domestic-product-gdp\/\" target=\"_blank\"><b>GDP<\/b><\/a><b> growth in 2024-25<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, making it one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Role of Logistics in Growth:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A strong and efficient logistics system plays a key role in this growth. Better supply chains help industries run smoothly and make the economy more resilient. With increased focus on infrastructure and digital systems, India is gradually becoming an important <\/span><b>logistics hub in Asia<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Overview of the Logistics Sector:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The government created a separate logistics division in <\/span><b>2017 under the Department of Commerce<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to improve coordination and development. The logistics sector supports almost every part of the economy, including manufacturing, retail, e-commerce, and services, by managing transportation, storage, warehousing, and delivery of goods.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Size and Growth Potential:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> India\u2019s logistics sector was valued at around <\/span><b>USD 215 billion in 2021<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and is expected to grow at a <\/span><b>CAGR of 10.7% till 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Giving infrastructure status to the sector has helped it access cheaper and long-term funding, similar to sectors like roads and railways.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Sustainability in Logistics<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Green Logistics Initiatives:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The government is promoting eco-friendly logistics practices. Tools like the <\/span><b>Freight GHG Calculator<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> help measure emissions and costs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Shift to Rail Transport:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Indian Railways is encouraging freight movement through rail to reduce emissions, aiming to increase its share from <\/span><b>35-36% to 45% by 2030<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Use of Digital Platforms:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Platforms like ULIP help companies choose greener transport options, supporting India\u2019s climate goals.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Achievements of National Logistics Policy<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Strong progress in digital integration (ULIP):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> One of the biggest achievements has been the development of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/unified-logistics-interface-platform\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Unified Logistics Interface Platform<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (ULIP). It has connected more than 30 different digital systems through secure APIs, allowing smooth data sharing. As of August 2025, it has enabled over <\/span><b>160 crore digital transactions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, making logistics operations faster, more transparent, and better coordinated.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Better tracking and visibility (Logistics Data Bank):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The Logistics Data Bank system has significantly improved real-time tracking of goods. It has already tracked more than <\/span><b>75 million <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/about-export-import-bank-of-india-exim-bank\/\" target=\"_blank\"><b>EXIM<\/b><\/a><b> containers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> across <\/span><b>101 Inland Container Depots (ICDs)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This has helped reduce delays, improve planning, and bring more transparency to supply chain operations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improvement in state-level performance (LEADS Index):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/leads-2025-report\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>LEADS<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> index has become an important tool to measure and compare logistics performance across States and Union Territories. New parameters like corridor access and terminal speed (2024) and digital logistics and sustainability (2025) have been added.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Promotion of innovation and sustainability (LEAPS):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/leaps-initiative\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>LEAPS<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> initiative has supported innovation in logistics by recognizing the efforts of MSMEs, startups, and academic institutions. It also promotes green logistics practices and encourages companies to follow Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Data-driven cost assessment (DPIIT\u2013NCAER study):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A major step has been the collaboration between DPIIT and NCAER to study logistics costs in a detailed and scientific way. Started in 2024, this study is now in its final stage and is expected to provide practical suggestions to reduce logistics costs and improve efficiency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Development of <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/multimodal-logistics-park\/\" target=\"_blank\"><b>Multi-Modal Logistics Parks<\/b><\/a><b> (MMLPs):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Large logistics parks are being developed to bring together different transport modes like road, rail, and waterways in one place. These parks also provide services like customs clearance, cold storage, and packaging, making logistics smoother and more efficient.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Improved ease of doing business (SIG &amp; E-Logs):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The government has created systems like the Service Improvement Group (SIG) to solve policy and regulatory issues. The E-Logs portal has connected over <\/span><b>35 logistics and industry associations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and has already resolved <\/span><b>100 out of 140 issues<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> raised by stakeholders, improving overall business conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Focus on green logistics (TEMT tool):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Sustainability has been given importance through tools like the Transportation Emissions Measurement Tool (TEMT), developed by IIM Bangalore. This cloud-based platform follows global standards (ISO 14083) and helps measure emissions, encouraging companies to adopt cleaner and greener practices.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Major push in skill development:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The policy has greatly improved training and education in logistics. More than <\/span><b>100 universities and institutes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> now offer logistics-related courses. Around <\/span><b>65,000 professionals have been trained between 2023 and 2025<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and over <\/span><b>250 workshops<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have been conducted for government officials. New programs have also started in collaboration with GatiShakti Vishwavidyalaya.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sector-specific logistics planning (SPEL):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Special logistics plans have been prepared for key sectors like coal, cement, steel, and food processing. Some, like the Coal Logistics Policy and Cement plan, are already finalized, while others are in progress. These plans help improve efficiency and reduce costs in each sector.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Efforts towards gender inclusion:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A study in collaboration with GIZ has been started to increase women\u2019s participation in the logistics sector. The findings are being reviewed to make the sector more inclusive and create better opportunities for women.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Urban logistics improvement (City Logistics Plans):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Guidelines have been issued to develop City Logistics Plans (CLPs) to improve goods movement in cities. These plans aim to reduce traffic congestion, lower pollution, and cut logistics costs while making urban delivery systems more efficient.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Strong state participation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At the regional level, <\/span><b>27 States and Union Territories<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have already prepared logistics policies, and <\/span><b>14 States<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are working on detailed action plans. Additionally, <\/span><b>19 States have granted industry status<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to logistics, providing incentives and benefits to businesses, while more states are in the process of finalizing their policies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Global Ranking Improvement:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> India has improved its position to <\/span><b>38th in the World Bank\u2019s Logistics Performance Index (2023)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, rising by six places since 2018.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Inland Waterways Growth:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cargo movement through waterways reached a record <\/span><b>145.5 million tonnes in 2024-25<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and operational waterways increased from <\/span><b>24 to 29<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Future Target:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> India aims to be among the <\/span><b>top 25 logistics-performing countries by 2030<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and reduce logistics costs to below <\/span><b>10% of GDP<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Other Key Government Initiatives<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>PM Gati Shakti Master Plan (2021):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This initiative focuses on integrating different modes of transport like road, rail, ports, and airways into one coordinated network. It brings together <\/span><b>57 central ministries and all states\/UTs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, using around <\/span><b>1700 data layers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to improve planning and execution of infrastructure projects.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This long-term plan aims to transform India\u2019s maritime sector by improving port capacity, promoting green initiatives, and boosting shipbuilding and coastal tourism. Investments worth over <\/span><b>\u20b910 lakh crore<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have been committed, showing strong future potential.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Two major freight corridors &#8211; Eastern (1337 km) and Western (1506 km) are being developed to carry heavy goods efficiently. As of March 2025, <\/span><b>96.4% (2741 km)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is already operational. These corridors reduce congestion, lower costs, and improve energy efficiency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Multi-Modal Logistics Parks (MMLPs):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These are large hubs that combine transport, warehousing, and other logistics services in one place. Around <\/span><b>35 locations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have been approved, and at least <\/span><b>5 are expected to be operational by 2027<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, helping reduce overall logistics costs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> India\u2019s first university focused on logistics and transport education. It has signed MoUs with around <\/span><b>40 institutions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to train skilled professionals for the sector.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>LEADS Index:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This annual report evaluates logistics performance across states based on infrastructure, services, and policies. It helps identify gaps and improve decision-making through industry feedback.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Digital and Policy Reforms in Logistic Sector<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Logistics Data Bank (LDB):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This system tracks EXIM cargo in real time and has already tracked over <\/span><b>75 million containers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It also sees about <\/span><b>45 lakh searches per month<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, showing its usefulness in improving transparency and planning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ULIP connects multiple logistics-related systems on a single digital platform. It achieved <\/span><b>100 crore API transactions by March 2025<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, helping businesses track shipments and manage inventory more efficiently.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Goods and Services Tax (GST):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> GST has simplified the tax system and removed interstate barriers. It has reduced transport time by <\/span><b>over 33%<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and improved overall efficiency in logistics.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>E-Way Bill System:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This digital system makes it easier to transport goods across states by reducing paperwork and improving compliance. It is mandatory for goods worth over \u20b950,000, helping streamline logistics operations.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Challenges in the Logistic Sector<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Heavy dependence on roads:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Most goods in India are transported by road (~70%), while railways are underused. This creates traffic congestion, higher fuel costs, and delays.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Too many small players:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The logistics sector is highly fragmented, with around 90% being small or unorganized operators. This makes coordination difficult and reduces overall efficiency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Low use of technology:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Many small transporters and operators still rely on traditional methods. Limited digital literacy slows down adoption of tracking systems, automation, and online platforms.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Complex rules and regulations:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Different rules across states, multiple permits, and inconsistent GST practices create confusion and increase compliance burden for businesses.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Poor infrastructure in some areas:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> While highways have improved, last-mile connectivity, rural roads, and warehousing facilities are still inadequate in many regions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>High logistics cost:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Due to inefficiencies, India\u2019s logistics cost remains high (around 13-14% of GDP), making goods more expensive compared to global standards.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lack of skilled workforce:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> There is a shortage of trained manpower in areas like supply chain management, warehousing, and technology handling.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Limited multimodal integration:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Smooth coordination between road, rail, air, and waterways is still lacking, leading to delays and higher costs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Measures to Improve the Logistics Sector<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Promote better mix of transport modes:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Increase the use of railways, inland waterways, and coastal shipping instead of over-relying on roads. Completing Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs) and expanding Roll-On\/Roll-Off (RORO) services can make transport cheaper, faster, and more environment-friendly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Adapt to new business models:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> With the rapid growth of e-commerce, logistics companies need to adjust to trends like <\/span><b>quick commerce, omnichannel retail, and BOPIS (Buy Online, Pick Up in Store)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This will help meet customer expectations for faster and flexible delivery.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Encourage <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/public-private-partnership\/\" target=\"_blank\"><b>Public-Private Partnerships<\/b><\/a><b> (PPP):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Collaboration between startups and small fleet owners can improve efficiency. For example, companies like Rivigo use AI to suggest better routes, helping reduce fuel use, time, and costs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Increase use of technology:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Adoption of tools like GPS tracking, automation, scanners, barcodes, and app-based warehousing can simplify operations. Digital platforms can also help in real-time tracking and better decision-making.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Develop modern infrastructure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Invest more in warehouses, cold storage, logistics parks, and last-mile connectivity. Better infrastructure reduces delays and prevents damage or wastage of goods.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Simplify regulations:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Creating uniform rules across states, reducing paperwork, and improving GST implementation can make logistics operations smoother and more predictable.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Support small players:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Provide easier access to credit, training, and digital tools so that small operators can modernize and compete effectively in the market.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Skill development and training:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Focus on building a skilled workforce in logistics, supply chain management, and digital operations to improve overall efficiency.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>National Logistics Policy (2022) aims to reduce logistics cost, boost efficiency, enable digital integration, improve connectivity and strengthen India\u2019s supply chain system.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29,"featured_media":107267,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[786],"tags":[5104,5105,8027],"class_list":{"0":"post-107282","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-general-studies","8":"tag-economy","9":"tag-economy-notes","10":"tag-national-logistics-policy","11":"no-featured-image-padding"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107282","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/29"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=107282"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107282\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":107287,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107282\/revisions\/107287"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/107267"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=107282"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=107282"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=107282"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}