Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) 2024 Report
Released by: Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, on January 3, 2025
Key Highlights of the LEADS 2024 Report
The LEADS (Logistics Ease Across Different States) 2024 Report is a comprehensive assessment of logistics performance across Indian states and union territories (UTs). It aims to guide state-specific reforms, promote sustainable logistics, and encourage public-private partnerships to enhance India’s logistics sector.
Key Statements by Shri Piyush Goyal
- Action Plans for Better Logistics:
States must develop regional and city-level logistics plans to ensure efficient last-mile connectivity and attract investments. - Green Logistics for Sustainable Growth:
Shri Goyal emphasized the need for green logistics initiatives to drive sustainability in the sector. - Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs):
States should leverage PPP models to develop multi-modal hubs, including inland container depots, and promote transparency through land bidding. - LEAD Framework:
Shri Goyal introduced the LEAD framework to improve logistics:- Longevity
- Efficiency and Effectiveness
- Accessibility and Accountability
- Digitalization of Processes
LEADS 2024 Evaluation Pillars
The report evaluates logistics performance across four key pillars:
- Logistics Infrastructure
- Logistics Services
- Operating and Regulatory Environment
- Sustainable Logistics (new pillar introduced in LEADS 2024)
The report offers state-specific insights to help improve logistics infrastructure, services, and regulatory environments.
Performance Highlights by Category
1. Coastal Group:
Achievers:
- Gujarat
- Karnataka
- Maharashtra
- Odisha
- Tamil Nadu
Fast Movers:
- Andhra Pradesh
- Goa
Aspirers:
- Kerala
- West Bengal
2. Landlocked Group:
Achievers:
- Haryana
- Telangana
- Uttar Pradesh
- Uttarakhand
Fast Movers:
- Bihar
- Himachal Pradesh
- Madhya Pradesh
- Punjab
- Rajasthan
Aspirers:
- Chhattisgarh
- Jharkhand
3. North-Eastern Group:
Achievers:
- Assam
- Arunachal Pradesh
Fast Movers:
- Meghalaya
- Mizoram
- Nagaland
- Sikkim
- Tripura
Aspirers:
- Manipur
4. Union Territories:
Achievers:
- Chandigarh
- Delhi
Fast Movers:
- Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Lakshadweep
- Puducherry
Aspirers:
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- Ladakh
LEAPS 2024 (Logistics Excellence, Advancement, and Performance Shield) Awards
Core Logistics Services:
- Air Freight Service Provider: Kerry Indev Logistics Pvt Ltd
- Maritime Freight Service Provider: Visakha Container Terminal Pvt Ltd
- Multimodal Transport Operators: Avana Logistek Limited
- Rail Freight Service Provider: DP World Rail Logistics Pvt Ltd
- Road Freight Service Provider: CJ Darcl Logistics Ltd
- Warehouse Service Provider (Industrial and Consumables): APM Terminals India Pvt Ltd
- Warehouse Service Provider (Agriculture): Globus Warehousing and Trading Pvt Ltd
Startups:
- Logistics Operations: Myzek Logistics Pvt Ltd
- Logistics Technology: Sarvodaya Infotech Pvt Ltd
MSMEs:
- Logistics Service Provider: Shipwaves Online Ltd
Institutions:
- Education and Skill Development in the Logistics Sector: Indian Institute of Management, Mumbai
Special Categories:
- Logistics Service Delivery for E-Commerce: Delhivery Ltd
- Multimodal Logistics Service Provider: Pushpak Logistics Solutions LLP
Launch of PM GatiShakti Course
Shri Piyush Goyal launched the PM GatiShakti Course developed by GatiShakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV).
- Course Duration: 15 hours
- Objective: To educate participants on the PM GatiShakti Concept for Efficient Infrastructure Planning.
- Availability:
- iGOT Karmayogi platform
- UGC SWAYAM portal
The course will also be integrated into the curriculum of Central Training Institutes (CTIs) and State Administrative Training Institutes (ATIs) across India.
Report on Logistics Cost Framework
Shri Piyush Goyal unveiled a Report on Logistics Cost Framework, prepared by NCAER (National Council of Applied Economic Research).
- Purpose: To assess logistics costs in India using a hybrid methodology that integrates EXIM (Export-Import) data and domestic cargo data.
- Task Force Members:
- Representatives from NITI Aayog
- Central Transport Ministries (Rail, Road, Ports, etc.)
- MoSPI (Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation)
- Academia and Industry Stakeholders
Objective and Vision
The LEADS 2024 Report aims to:
- Promote Competitive Federalism
- Recognize leadership and innovation within the logistics sector
- Encourage states and UTs to adopt best practices in logistics planning
- Drive India toward becoming a $32 trillion economy by 2047
Conclusion
The LEADS 2024 Report reflects the Government’s commitment to improving India’s logistics ecosystem, emphasizing sustainability, technology adoption, and gender inclusivity. The LEAPS 2024 Awards celebrate the contributions of key stakeholders, while the PM GatiShakti Course aims to ensure broad-based knowledge of efficient infrastructure planning.
These initiatives are crucial steps toward building a globally competitive logistics sector, contributing to India’s economic growth and development.
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