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PM GatiShakti National Master Plan — Govt Scheme for UPSC | Vaidra
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PM GatiShakti National Master Plan

Ministry of Commerce and IndustryactiveinfrastructureLaunched: 2021-10-13

About the Scheme

PM GatiShakti is a digital GIS platform integrating 57 central ministries/departments for holistic infrastructure planning. By 2025: 1,700+ data layers; 293 NIP projects worth ₹13.59 lakh crore evaluated; 36 states/UTs onboarded; 25,000+ officers trained. Reduces project delays by eliminating inter-ministerial silos.

Target Beneficiaries: All infrastructure sectors; 293 NIP projects worth ₹13.59 lakh crore; 57 ministries; 36 states/UTs

Implementing Agency: Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in coordination with 16 other infrastructure-related ministries and departments.

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✦Key Features

  • Digital GIS platform with 1,700+ data layers (969 from states + 731 from Centre)
  • 57 central ministries/departments onboarded; 36 states/UTs integrated
  • 293 infrastructure projects worth ₹13.59 lakh crore evaluated by Network Planning Group (NPG)
  • Mandatory for all connectivity infrastructure Detailed Project Reports (DPRs)
  • 25,000+ officers trained via 280+ workshops
  • District Master Plans in 28 Aspirational Districts
  • Reduces project delays and cost overruns through integrated advance planning

✓Eligibility Criteria

  • This is a national planning framework for integrated infrastructure development, not a scheme with direct individual eligibility criteria. Its benefits are indirect and accrue to the entire economy and population.
  • It is relevant for government departments, public sector undertakings, and private players involved in infrastructure development.

★Benefits

  • Significant reduction in logistics costs and transit times for goods across the country.
  • Improved global competitiveness of Indian industries and products, enhancing export potential.
  • Creation of large-scale employment opportunities in infrastructure development and related sectors.
  • Enhanced ease of doing business due to seamless connectivity and efficient logistics.
  • Better resource utilization and avoidance of duplication in infrastructure projects.

▶Application Process

  • There is no individual application process; it is a government-led initiative for planning and execution of infrastructure projects.
  • Infrastructure projects are identified, planned, and implemented by respective ministries and departments in coordination through the PM Gati Shakti Digital Platform.
  • The framework guides investment decisions and resource allocation for public and private sector projects.

₹ Budget Allocation

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UPSC Relevance

GS Paper: GS3

Prelims Relevance9%
Mains Relevance9%

Syllabus Tags

InfrastructureLogisticsDigital GovernanceGS3