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Time of India
2 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
2 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
2 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
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
New policy for cleaner, less congested Delhi soon
NEW DELHI: The Delhi government is gearing up to launch its Logistics and Warehousing Policy 2025, with the draft already outlining measures that will not only decongest the city but also reduce pollution and improve trade efficiency. The government is exploring dedicated logistics hubs, green freight corridors, and technology-driven solutions—initiatives that promise to ease traffic, cut emissions, and boost the ease of doing business. Delhi currently handles 10 lakh tonnes of freight per day through 1.93 lakh vehicles, 21% of which is pass-through traffic. The largest share 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 MS Sirsa said, 'The draft policy proposes relocating warehouses to the periphery, consolidating freight at modern 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'. The upcoming policy is structured around 16 key action points, which collectively aim to overhaul Delhi's logistics landscape. Among the initiatives are 24/7 operations for logistics parks through amendments to the Model Shops Act.
The Print
2 days ago
- Business
- The Print
Delhi govt drafts Logistics and Warehousing Policy 2025 to cut congestion, boost freight movement
Delhi currently handles 10 lakh tonnes of freight per day through 1.93 lakh vehicles, 21 per cent of which is pass-through traffic. The largest share is carried by trucks transporting building materials (4,132 vehicles/day), textiles (3,995), fruits and vegetables (2,569), and food products (2,468). Even pharmaceuticals (559) and automobiles (588) contribute to congestion, the statement added. The government is exploring dedicated logistics hubs, green freight corridors and technology-driven solutions — initiatives aimed at easing traffic, cutting emissions and enhancing the ease of doing business, a statement said. New Delhi, Jul 27 (PTI) The Delhi government is preparing to launch its Logistics and Warehousing Policy 2025, with the draft outlining measures aimed at decongesting the national capital, reducing pollution and improving trade efficiency. In the absence of proper warehousing zones, these vehicles enter city interiors, clogging major routes and worsening pollution, it noted. Industries Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said the draft policy proposes relocating warehouses to the city's periphery and shifting last-mile deliveries to electric and CNG vehicles. These measures would help cut vehicular emissions and reduce congestion at hotspots such as Azadpur, Ghazipur, Naraina and Karol Bagh, he added. The upcoming policy is structured around 16 key action points aimed at overhauling Delhi's logistics landscape. Among the major initiatives are 24/7 operations for logistics parks through amendments to the Model Shops Act, and digital delivery management to optimise truck movement and reduce peak-hour traffic. Other proposed steps include the creation of designated commercial parking areas with loading bays under the PPP model, and the development of Urban Consolidation and Logistics Distribution Centres (UCLDCs) to consolidate cargo and shift last-mile delivery to clean-fuel vehicles. These measures will address key bottlenecks, from truck parking shortages to outdated freight handling systems, and make Delhi's supply chain more efficient and environmentally sustainable, the statement said. The draft policy also includes a comprehensive set of subsidies to support industry players and promote sustainable practices. These include land lease discounts to incentivise warehouse relocation from congested city centres, subsidies for technology adoption, and financial support for upgrading cold chains and storage facilities. Special incentives have also been proposed for green energy and eco-friendly initiatives such as solar panel installation on warehouses, adoption of electric and CNG-powered freight vehicles, and energy-efficient building designs. The policy, developed by the Department of Industries, aims to streamline regulations, integrate advanced logistics technology and upgrade infrastructure in line with the National Logistics Policy. 'For years, the national capital suffered from clogged roads, chaotic freight movement and rising pollution because the previous government failed to act. Traders were left to struggle with outdated systems. Our government is correcting this through a forward-looking policy that will create dedicated logistics hubs, reduce emissions and ease business operations,' Sirsa said. The minister assured that stakeholder and citizen feedback will shape the final policy. 'We want every voice to be heard — from big logistics players to small traders. Only after incorporating these suggestions will we notify the policy,' he said. The draft will undergo public and inter-departmental consultations shortly to ensure a participatory approach before final implementation. PTI SLB HIG This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
