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Ministry of Coal Unveils PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan for Transforming Coal Logistics Ecosystem

New Delhi: The Ministry of Coal, led by Anandji Prasad, Advisor (Projects), has unveiled the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan. This visionary initiative aims to revolutionize the coal logistics ecosystem, fostering a smart, integrated, and sustainable infrastructure. The primary objectives include optimizing logistics costs, promoting modernization through state-of-the-art technology, and ensuring the availability of robust infrastructure crucial for the coal sector’s growth. This strategic release marks a significant leap forward, aligning with the government’s commitment to transforming the coal industry and streamlining infrastructure planning and execution.

The PM-Gati Shakti Project, National Master Plan, represents a pioneering effort geared towards synchronized and holistic planning for infrastructure connectivity projects. By providing a comprehensive database of existing, ongoing, and future projects under various central and state government ministries, the initiative seeks to enhance multimodal connectivity, drive economic growth, and attract foreign investments.

The Ministry of Coal has been at the forefront of this integration, playing a leading role in incorporating various layers and analytical tools on the PM-Gati Shakti portal. This portal includes crucial GIS layers such as coalfield boundaries, coal evacuation systems, location of railway sidings, and land asset data. These elements collectively provide stakeholders with an in-depth understanding of the Indian coal industry.

The release of the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan for the coal sector marks a significant leap forward in transforming the industry and streamlining infrastructure planning and execution. It reflects the Ministry of Coal’s unwavering commitment to fostering sustainable growth, enhancing global competitiveness, and creating ample employment opportunities for citizens across the nation. This initiative underscores the government’s dedication to positioning India as a global leader in the coal sector through strategic planning and cutting-edge technology adoption.

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