Telangana aims to emerge as global logistics hub by 2047: Sridhar Babu
The Hindu
Telangana aims to emerge as global logistics hub by 2047: Sridhar Babu
IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu, on Thursday, said that Telangana is working with a structured roadmap to shape into one of leading logistics hubs of India and position as a global logistics destination by 2047.
Outlining the government’s strategy to build a future-ready logistics ecosystem with a focus on infrastructure expansion, digital integration, policy support, sustainability initiatives as well as skill development, he said the logistics sector is set to play a key role in the State’s long-term development vision envisaged under the Telangana Rising 2047 framework.
Telangana, under the framework, is aspiring to enhance its contribution to India’s GDP from about 5% at present to 10% by 2047 while building a $3-trillion State economy, Mr. Sridhar Babu told the Transport Logistic India 2026 conference organised by Messe Munchen India in Mumbai.
Calling for investment in multi-modal logistics, rail-linked infrastructure, air cargo, cold chain, Grade-A warehousing, automation, digital logistics platforms and green mobility, the Minister assured State government’s support to investors by way of faster approvals, transparent policies and an industry-friendly regulatory framework.
Telangana is leveraging its geographical location to strengthen its logistics competitiveness, he said, listing various infrastructure projects proposed in the State, including the Regional Ring Road, Metro Rail Phase-II, airports, development of a dry port and setting up dedicated logistics parks. Telangana Logistics Policy 2.0 is also on the anvil, he said, adding that measures are aimed at strengthening the State’s logistics ecosystem.
The Minister’s office, in a release on his address, said that Mr. Sridhar Babu highlighted supply-chain realignment, AI-enabled logistics and sustainability as major trends shaping the industry. Telangana is leveraging its geographic location to strengthen its logistics competitiveness, he said.
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