Last-Mile Connectivity Key to Cutting Logistics Costs, Says Shantanu Thakur - India Seatrade News

Pankaj Aggarwal, Chief Operating Officer, UNIBUILD & Group Purchasing Head, Motherson Group

He shared his insights at the 4th edition of the Supply Chain & Logistics Conclave 2025. He spoke about India’s surging economic growth and the urgent need to rethink traditional supply chains. He believes the future belongs to cloud-based supply chains and manufacturing, a shift that will help companies avoid massive capital expenses and scale faster by relying on aggregators and industry experts. As India builds mega corridors and ramps up inf…

Shantanu Thakur addresses at 'Gati se Pragati Conclave 2025'

NEW DELHI : PHDCCI organised the ‘Gati se Pragati Conclave 2025‘ at Le Meridien, here. Shri Shantanu Thakur, Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, speaking at the Conclave, said that. improved connectivity to remote towns and villages would drive not only economic benefits but also social upliftment. He cited the Chenab Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir as an example of infrastructure fostering regional prosperity. “Vocal for Local can …

Last-mile connectivity key to cutting logistics costs, Says Shantanu Thakur - India Seatrade News

Enhancing last-mile connectivity will be crucial to lowering logistics costs and improving ease of doing business in India, Shantanu Thakur, Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, said on Thursday. Speaking at the “Gati se Pragati Conclave 2025” organised by PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), Thakur said improved connectivity to remote towns and villages would drive not only economic benefits but also social upliftment.…

Last mile connectivity key to lower logistics cost: Shantanu Thakur - Cargo Insights

Gati Se Pragati Conclave 2025 highlights last-mile access, infrastructure upgrades, and India’s logistics transformation. The “Gati Se Pragati Conclave 2025,” hosted by PHDCCI at Hotel Le Meridien on July 3, 2025, brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and logistics experts to discuss strategies for reducing costs, enhancing infrastructure, and ensuring inclusive growth. Inaugurating the conclave, Shantanu Thakur, Minister of State for…