India’s National Logistics Policy: What It Means for Global Buyers in 2025

In today’s rapidly evolving global trade landscape, India is emerging as a reliable and competitive sourcing hub. A significant factor driving this transformation is the National Logistics Policy (NLP) — a bold initiative by the Indian government aimed at building a world-class, technology-driven, cost-efficient logistics ecosystem.
For global buyers in 2025, understanding the NLP is essential — not just for cost savings but for ensuring seamless supply chain continuity, speed, and compliance when sourcing from India.

Launched in 2022, the National Logistics Policy is India’s strategic roadmap to reduce logistics costs from 14–15% of GDP to a global benchmark of 8%. This shift is being achieved through:

• Digital integration across transport modes (rail, road, air, waterways)

• Improved multimodal connectivity through PM Gati Shakti

• Ease of doing business reforms for exporters/importers

• A unified Logistics Data Bank for real-time tracking

Investments in smart warehousing and logistics parks

• Global procurement managers and international brands are increasingly looking toward resilient, traceable, and cost-efficient supply chain partners. India’s NLP directly addresses these needs:

  1. Faster Delivery Timelines

  Integrated multimodal logistics reduces transit time and boosts shipping reliability. With new express corridors and freight infrastructure, exporters like Gurru Exim can deliver quicker than ever before.

  2. Cost Savings Passed to Buyers

  Lower domestic logistics costs mean lower landed costs for international clients — making Indian products more price-competitive compared to other Asian suppliers.

  3. Real-Time Supply Chain Visibility

  With the Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP), buyers can track shipments from origin to destination, ensuring transparency and trust.

  4. Sustainable Shipping Options

  The NLP promotes green logistics — like electric fleets, coastal shipping, and rail cargo — which align with sustainability goals of conscious buyers in the US, EU, and beyond.

  5. Reduced Customs Delays & Paperwork

  Digitized customs and documentation tools lead to smoother border clearance and reduced bottlenecks — especially important for time-sensitive agro shipments.

At Gurru Exim, we have adopted the core principles of India’s NLP to empower our international buyers:

• We operate with multimodal logistics partners across India’s ports, dry ports, and SEZs.

• We ensure end-to-end digital documentation and real-time tracking.

• We maintain packaging and compliance standards aligned with destination countries.

📩 Let’s Build Smarter Supply Chains — Together

Looking for a trusted Indian export partner that aligns with global logistics best practices?
Contact Gurru Exim today for a custom quote and logistics consultation.
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