LEADS 2023 Report: Indian States and UTs in Logistics

Historical Context and Compilation:

Origin: The Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) report was initiated by the Indian government to benchmark logistics performance across states and UTs.

Compiler: Compiled by the Union Commerce & Industry Ministry, it aims to encourage healthy competition and identify areas for improvement in logistics.

Criteria for Evaluation:

1. Infrastructure: Quality and availability of logistics-related infrastructure.

2. Services: Efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of logistics services.

3. Safety and Timeliness: Measures for the safety of goods and timeliness of shipments.

4. Regulatory Process: Ease of regulatory processes including customs, clearances, and documentation.

5. Stakeholder Perception: Feedback from businesses and logistics service providers.

2023 Report Highlights:

Achievers: 11 States and 2 UTs, including Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu, recognized for outstanding logistics performance.

Category Shifts: Maharashtra moved to 'Fast Movers', and Odisha to 'Aspirers'.

Fast Movers: States like Kerala and Maharashtra showed significant improvement.

Methodology: Based on a comprehensive survey with over 7,300 responses and 750+ stakeholder consultations.

Conclusion:

LEADS 2023 provides critical insights into the logistics capabilities of Indian states and UTs, fostering a competitive environment for continuous improvement in this vital sector.

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