About the Scheme
Comprehensive policy framework to reduce logistics costs and improve supply chain efficiency across India.
Target Beneficiaries: 22 million logistics workforce, manufacturing sector, trade industry, farmers (to reduce ₹92,651 crore post-harvest losses), and consumers through reduced logistics costs from 16% to 8% of GDP by 2030
Implementing Agency: Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in coordination with other relevant ministries.
Key Features
- **Integrated Digital System (IDS):** Integration of digital systems across various ministries (e.g., Road Transport, Railways, Customs).
- **Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP):** A single digital gateway for all logistics stakeholders to exchange information.
- **Ease of Logistics (E-Log):** Streamlining of rules and procedures, and simplification of processes.
- **System Improvement Group (SIG):** For continuous monitoring of all logistics-related projects and addressing bottlenecks.
- **Standardization & Skilling:** Promoting standardization of warehousing, packaging, and developing skilled human resources in logistics.
- **Multi-modal Connectivity:** Synergy with PM Gati Shakti for integrated infrastructure planning and development.
Eligibility Criteria
- All businesses involved in manufacturing, trade, and e-commerce.
- Logistics service providers (e.g., transporters, freight forwarders, warehouse operators).
- Infrastructure developers and operators in the logistics sector.
- Government departments and agencies involved in trade and transport facilitation.
Benefits
- Reduced operational costs for businesses, leading to increased profitability.
- Faster movement of goods, reduced transit times, and improved supply chain reliability.
- Enhanced competitiveness of Indian products in global markets.
- Improved efficiency, transparency, and predictability in the logistics sector.
- Boost to economic growth, job creation, and foreign investment.
Application Process
- Registration and onboarding on the Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP).
- Adherence to national logistics standards and guidelines issued under the policy.
- Participation in digital data exchange frameworks for improved visibility and efficiency.
- Utilizing integrated logistics services and infrastructure developed under the policy framework.
Budget Allocation
Significant, multi-sectoral investments and leveraging private sector capital for infrastructure and technology upgrades.
UPSC Relevance
GS Paper: GS3
Prelims Relevance8%
Mains Relevance9%
Syllabus Tags
PM Gati Shakti National Master PlanInfrastructure Development (Roads, Railways, Ports, Airports)Supply Chain Management and EfficiencyMake in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiativesEconomic Growth and CompetitivenessDigital India initiativesTrade FacilitationLogistics Performance Index (LPI)