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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Delhi to introduce Logistics and Warehousing Policy 2025 to cut congestion, air pollution
The Delhi government is preparing to roll out its ' Logistics and Warehousing Policy 2025 ', aimed at decongesting the capital, reducing vehicular pollution, and enhancing trade efficiency. The draft policy, released by the Department of Industries, proposes a series of infrastructure and regulatory reforms to overhaul the city's freight movement and storage systems, The Times of India reports. Delhi currently handles 10 lakh tonnes of freight daily through 1.93 lakh vehicles — including 21 per cent pass-through traffic. Trucks carrying construction materials, textiles, fruits and vegetables, and food products make up a significant share of this traffic, with many entering the city's interior due to a lack of warehousing zones, causing significant congestion and air pollution. A move to relocate the warehouses To address this, the policy proposes relocating warehouses to Delhi's outskirts and establishing modern Urban Consolidation and Logistics Distribution Centres (UCLDCs). These facilities will help consolidate cargo movement, while last-mile deliveries will be transitioned to electric and CNG-powered vehicles. The shift is expected to ease traffic bottlenecks in areas such as Azadpur, Ghazipur, Naraina and Karol Bagh, and contribute to cleaner air. Industries Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said the initiative will also introduce 24/7 operations at logistics parks, facilitated through changes to the Model Shops Act. Other key features include the development of designated commercial parking areas with loading bays under a public-private partnership model, and the use of digital delivery management systems to streamline freight handling. Drafted policy with 16 action points The draft policy outlines 16 action points, including incentives to promote sustainable practices among industry players. These include land lease discounts for traders moving out of congested areas, subsidies for adopting logistics technology, and financial support to upgrade cold chains and storage infrastructure. Additional incentives will encourage the installation of solar panels on warehouses, use of electric and CNG freight vehicles, and adoption of energy-efficient building practices. The policy aligns with the National Logistics Policy and aims to integrate advanced technology, modernise infrastructure, and reduce logistics costs. Officials said the move is part of a broader effort to improve the ease of doing business in Delhi, while addressing pressing environmental and urban planning concerns.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Delhi to unveil Logistics Policy 2025 to ease traffic and cut pollution
Advt Delhi is gearing up for a major overhaul of its freight and supply chain network , with the government preparing to launch its 'Logistics and Warehousing Policy 2025', a move aimed at decongesting the city, reducing pollution, and improving trade efficiency, The Times of India draft policy envisions a city where dedicated logistics hubs, green freight corridors , and technology-driven solutions streamline goods movement. Delhi currently handles 10 lakh tonnes of freight daily through 1.93 lakh vehicles, nearly a fifth of which are merely passing through. Trucks transporting building materials, textiles, fruits and vegetables, and food products dominate freight movement, while even pharmaceuticals and automobiles contribute to the daily gridlock. The absence of organized warehousing zones forces these vehicles into the heart of the city, clogging arterial roads and worsening air minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said the draft aims to change that by relocating warehouses to the city's periphery and consolidating freight at modern Urban Consolidation and Logistics Distribution Centres (UCLDCs). "These measures will cut vehicular emissions and reduce congestion at hotspots like Azadpur, Ghazipur, Naraina and Karol Bagh, delivering a significant win for air quality," he told TOI. Last-mile deliveries, he added, would increasingly be shifted to electric and CNG policy is anchored around 16 key action points, with measures such as 24/7 operations at logistics parks (enabled through amendments to the Model Shops Act), a digital delivery management system , and designated commercial parking areas with loading bays developed under the PPP model. UCLDCs will consolidate cargo to reduce trips, while clean fuel vehicles will ensure sustainable last-mile said the policy also addresses chronic bottlenecks like truck parking shortages and outdated freight handling, paving the way for an efficient, eco-friendly supply chain. To support industry players, it proposes subsidies and incentives, including land lease discounts for traders relocating warehouses out of congested zones, financial aid for upgrading cold chains and storage facilities, and green energy incentives such as solar-powered warehouses and energy-efficient by the Department of Industries, the policy ties into the National Logistics Policy , integrating advanced technology and regulatory reforms to transform Delhi's logistics landscape. If implemented effectively, it could reshape how goods move in the capital, easing traffic and cutting pollution while making business operations smoother.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Delhi to unveil Logistics Policy 2025 to ease traffic and cut pollution
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Delhi is gearing up for a major overhaul of its freight and supply chain network , with the government preparing to launch its 'Logistics and Warehousing Policy 2025', a move aimed at decongesting the city, reducing pollution, and improving trade efficiency, The Times of India draft policy envisions a city where dedicated logistics hubs, green freight corridors , and technology-driven solutions streamline goods movement. Delhi currently handles 10 lakh tonnes of freight daily through 1.93 lakh vehicles, nearly a fifth of which are merely passing through. Trucks transporting building materials, textiles, fruits and vegetables, and food products dominate freight movement, while even pharmaceuticals and automobiles contribute to the daily gridlock. The absence of organized warehousing zones forces these vehicles into the heart of the city, clogging arterial roads and worsening air minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said the draft aims to change that by relocating warehouses to the city's periphery and consolidating freight at modern Urban Consolidation and Logistics Distribution Centres (UCLDCs). "These measures will cut vehicular emissions and reduce congestion at hotspots like Azadpur, Ghazipur, Naraina and Karol Bagh, delivering a significant win for air quality," he told TOI. Last-mile deliveries, he added, would increasingly be shifted to electric and CNG policy is anchored around 16 key action points, with measures such as 24/7 operations at logistics parks (enabled through amendments to the Model Shops Act), a digital delivery management system, and designated commercial parking areas with loading bays developed under the PPP model. UCLDCs will consolidate cargo to reduce trips, while clean fuel vehicles will ensure sustainable last-mile said the policy also addresses chronic bottlenecks like truck parking shortages and outdated freight handling, paving the way for an efficient, eco-friendly supply chain. To support industry players, it proposes subsidies and incentives, including land lease discounts for traders relocating warehouses out of congested zones, financial aid for upgrading cold chains and storage facilities, and green energy incentives such as solar-powered warehouses and energy-efficient by the Department of Industries, the policy ties into the National Logistics Policy, integrating advanced technology and regulatory reforms to transform Delhi's logistics landscape. If implemented effectively, it could reshape how goods move in the capital, easing traffic and cutting pollution while making business operations inputs from ToI
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
New logistics policy to cut congestion, pollution
New Delhi: Delhi govt will soon launch its 'Logistics and Warehousing Policy 2025', with the draft outlining measures that will decongest Delhi, reduce pollution and improve trade efficiency. The govt is exploring dedicated logistics hubs, green freight corridors, technology-driven solutions, initiatives that promise to ease traffic, lower emissions and boost the ease of doing business. Currently, Delhi handles 10 lakh tonnes of freight daily through 1.93 lakh vehicles, 21 per cent of which is pass-through traffic. The largest share of freight movement is carried by trucks transporting building materials (4,132 vehicles/day), textiles (3,995), fruits and vegetables (2,569) and food products (2,468), while even pharmaceuticals (559) and automobiles (588) contribute to congestion. Without proper warehousing zones, these vehicles enter city interiors, clogging major routes and worsening pollution. Industries minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said the draft policy proposes relocating warehouses to the city's periphery, consolidating freight at modern Urban Consolidation and Logistics Distribution Centres (UCLDCs) and shifting last-mile deliveries to electric and CNG vehicles. These measures will cut vehicular emissions and reduce congestion at hotspots like Azadpur, Ghazipur, Naraina and Karol Bagh, delivering a significant win for air quality. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like EV chargers from £899 ScottishPower Learn More Undo You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi The policy is structured around 16 key action points, aiming to overhaul Delhi's logistics landscape. Major initiatives include 24/7 operations at logistics parks through amendments to the Model Shops Act. Other features are digital delivery management and the creation of designated commercial parking areas with loading bays under the PPP model. Also, the development of UCLDCs to consolidate cargo and shift last-mile delivery to clean fuel vehicles. These action points will directly address bottlenecks, from truck parking shortages to outdated freight handling systems, making Delhi's supply chain more efficient and environmentally sustainable, he said. The draft policy also outlines a set of subsidies to support industry players and encourage sustainable practices. These include land lease discounts to incentivise traders relocating warehouses from congested areas, subsidies for technology adoption and financial support for upgrading cold chains and storage facilities. The policy extends special incentives for green energy and eco-friendly initiatives such as the installation of solar panels on warehouses, adoption of electric and CNG-powered freight vehicles and use of energy-efficient building designs. Developed by the Department of Industries, the policy seeks to streamline regulations, integrate advanced logistics technology and upgrade infrastructure in line with the National Logistics Policy.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Delhi govt working on logistics, warehousing policy to reduce freight congestion, cut logistics costs
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The Delhi government is formulating a Logistics and Warehousing Policy to reduce freight congestion, cut logistics costs, and transform the national capital into a modern logistics hub, aligned with the National Logistics Policy (NLP), according to policy, being formulated by the Delhi government's Department of Industries, focuses on addressing critical infrastructure gaps, regulatory overlaps, and outdated freight systems that have long plagued the city's supply chain Industries Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said in the absence of a comprehensive policy, the national capital was facing multiple problems."The AAP government did not work on a Logistics Policy to decongest the national capital. As a result, the national capital was grappling with problems of congestion, air pollution, and traders also suffered."The policy, we are working on, will make dedicated warehousing hubs and thus lead to decongestion, reduction in air pollution and also come as a huge relief for traders. The policy envisages the establishment of dedicated hubs for warehousing and also promises incentives on land and green initiatives," he told policy, which is in the works, will propose a comprehensive set of interventions, including the development of integrated logistics parks and Urban Consolidation and Logistics Distribution Centres (UCLDCs) along peripheral routes, where freight can be consolidated and final-mile deliveries made via electric or CNG operationalise these ideas, the policy will outline several key action points, which include round-the-clock logistics operations. It will also seek an amendment of laws on the Model Shops and Establishments Act to allow round-the-clock functioning of logistics facilities, particularly for to officials, the department aims to merge trade and establishment licenses to reduce red tape for warehousing and freight businesses through the policy will also propose the creation of designated parking areas with loading bays through public-private partnerships (PPP), supported by real-time digital booking policy is likely to outline the establishment of at least three modern logistics centres on the outskirts of Delhi, each spanning 70-80 hectares, equipped with warehousing, cold chain, and sorting facilities. Feasibility studies, financial modelling, and DPRs (Detailed Project Reports) will guide this development, officials is likely to extend incentives for the adoption of electric vehicles and clean technologies to reduce emissions, in line with Delhi's climate sees daily freight movement of around 10 lakh tonnes and nearly 1.93 lakh vehicles, of which 21 per cent are pass-through traffic. The policy aims to curb traffic snarls and air pollution caused by inefficient freight handling, while improving Delhi's performance in the Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) consultations for the policy included input from leading industry players, such as Flipkart, Delhivery , Safe Express, Apeejay Global Logistics, and associations representing textiles, construction materials, and agricultural said the draft will soon be opened for public and inter-departmental feedback before being finalised and notified.
