In a move aimed at promoting economic growth and streamlining business operations, the government has called upon states to formulate their own logistics policies.
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry made this announcement, highlighting the potential benefits of such policies in enhancing the ease of doing business within each state.
The primary objective behind this call is to encourage states to align their policies with the National Logistics Policy (NLP), ultimately fostering a more holistic approach to logistics management in public policy. As part of this initiative, states are also urged to integrate quality data into their respective state master plans to support the nationwide PM GatiShakti initiative, which is dedicated to improving the planning and execution of critical infrastructure projects.
Grassroots GatiShakti adoption
The discussions surrounding these pivotal matters took place during a meeting convened by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) on August 31. The meeting, chaired by DPIIT Special Secretary Sumita Dawra, was convened with the primary objective of promoting the broader adoption of the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (NMP).
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22 states have developed logistics policies to improve the efficiency of goods movement and attract businesses.
The government wants states and union territories to adopt PM GatiShakti principles at the grassroots level. This will help them plan and implement projects that will improve connectivity and infrastructure in their districts.
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Another crucial aspect discussed during the meeting was the numerous advantages of the National Master Plan, particularly its ability to facilitate data-driven decision-making. By leveraging various data layers and tools, states can make more informed choices, ensuring that their infrastructure projects align with broader economic goals and are executed efficiently.
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By encouraging states to integrate quality data into their planning processes and adopt PM GatiShakti principles at the grassroots level, the government is laying the foundation for more efficient and effective infrastructure development across the nation.