The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has recently entered into a significant agreement for the development of a Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) in Nagpur. The agreement, signed with M/s. DC Multi Modal Park (Nagpur) Limited, marks a key milestone in the country’s development efforts.
Project Overview- of NHAI Nagpur MMLP
The Multi-Modal Logistics Park will cover an expansive area of 150 acres and is set to be developed under the Public-Private Partnership model at an estimated cost of Rs. 673 crore. This initiative aligns with the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, positioning it as the first MMLP in Maharashtra.
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Nagpur MMLP will be a Phased Development
The project will unfold in three phases, with Phase-I requiring an investment of Rs. 137 crore and expected completion within two years. Once fully operational, the MMLP aims to handle approximately 9.47 million metric tonnes of cargo over a 45-year horizon. This development is poised to bring a substantial economic boost to industrial zones in Nagpur, Wardha, Chandrapur, and Gondiya.
Strategic Location
The chosen site for the MMLP, situated in Sindi (near the railway station) in Wardha district, holds strategic significance. Positioned just 3 km from the Nagpur–Mumbai Maha-Samruddhi Mahamarg and adjacent to the Howrah–Nagpur–Mumbai rail line, the park also enjoys connectivity to the Nagpur–Aurangabad four-lane highway (NH 361). Additionally, it is conveniently located 48 km from Nagpur International Airport and 56 km from Nagpur railway station.
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Government Collaboration
The project involves collaboration between the government and private entities, with Nagpur MMLP Pvt. Ltd., a government Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), formed in partnership with the National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) and the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA). The JNPA has provided the land for development, while NHLML is contributing to external rail, road connectivity, as well as water and power supply.
Facilities and Services
The MMLP is envisioned to offer a comprehensive range of facilities, including warehouses, cold storages, intermodal transfers, and handling facilities for container terminals. Value-added services such as sorting, grading, aggregation, desegregation areas, bonded warehouse, customs facilities, and support logistics facilities are also planned. These provisions aim to enhance the efficiency of the Indian logistics sector.
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Government Initiative
The development of the Multi-Modal Logistics Park aligns with the Government of India’s strategic initiative to revamp the country’s freight logistics sector. The project aims to facilitate efficient intermodal freight movement, reduce overall freight costs and time, improve warehousing capabilities, and enhance tracking and traceability of consignments.
In conclusion, the NHAI’s agreement for the Multi-Modal Logistics Park in Nagpur stands as a crucial step towards bolstering India’s logistics capabilities and fostering economic development in the region.
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