Industries and Northern Railway partner to reduce J&K logistics costs
The Directorate of Industries and Commerce, Jammu, and Northern Railway met to discuss modernising the region's supply chain and infrastructure.
The Directorate of Industries and Commerce, Jammu, and the Jammu Division of Northern Railway met on Saturday to discuss creating an integrated supply chain in Jammu and Kashmir, according to The Tribune.
The high-level meeting included government officials, railway policymakers, and industrialists to discuss a framework for modernising logistics infrastructure in the region.
Uchit Singhal, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager of the Jammu Division, and Dr Arun Manhas, Director of Industries and Commerce, Jammu, led the respective delegations.
An official spokesperson said the partnership intends to meet targets set under the National Logistics Policy by reviewing freight systems and exploring rail-based transportation.
The discussions focused on developing multi-modal connectivity to lower transit times and logistics costs for local businesses.
The departments also discussed integrating cargo terminals, industrial sidings, and digital tracking systems with the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan to improve freight movement.