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GatiShakti Unlocks Rs 20.23 Lakh Crore in Infrastructure
13 Oct
Summary
- Over 400 infrastructure projects worth Rs 20.23 lakh crore approved.
- PM GatiShakti aims to cut logistics costs via integrated infrastructure.
- Platform integrates over 1,800 data layers from 58 central ministries.
The PM GatiShakti initiative has recommended over 400 infrastructure projects, collectively valued at approximately Rs 20.23 lakh crore, for approval. Launched on October 13, 2021, this program focuses on developing integrated infrastructure to significantly reduce logistics costs throughout India.
The Network Planning Group (NPG), established under PM GatiShakti, evaluated these numerous projects. The initiative's digital platform is a key component, integrating more than 1,800 data layers from 58 central ministries and all 36 states and Union Territories, covering vital sectors like transportation and telecommunication.
This advanced digital platform includes data on land records, ports, forests, and highways, among others. It also supports over 100 mobile and web applications, thereby strengthening data-driven infrastructure planning and management nationwide.
