India launched an integrated logistics strategy targeting eight cities across eight states with Asian Development Bank support. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade selected Ludhiana, Shimla, Jaipur, Indore, Patna, Visakhapatnam, Bhubaneswar and Guwahati for the pilot program. Officials will evaluate current infrastructure and create improvement roadmaps over six to eight months.
The initiative emphasizes low-emission freight zones and zero-emission delivery vehicles to advance sustainability objectives. Planners will address truck terminals, urban roadways and last-mile distribution networks while serving local retailers and e-commerce companies. The government expects to replicate successful strategies nationwide after completion.
Automation and data analysis will drive operational improvements and cost reductions. The Asian Development Bank may provide additional implementation funding if authorities approve the final plans.
The initiative emphasizes low-emission freight zones and zero-emission delivery vehicles to advance sustainability objectives. Planners will address truck terminals, urban roadways and last-mile distribution networks while serving local retailers and e-commerce companies. The government expects to replicate successful strategies nationwide after completion.
Automation and data analysis will drive operational improvements and cost reductions. The Asian Development Bank may provide additional implementation funding if authorities approve the final plans.
