Budget 2026 Flags Strong Push for Infrastructure, Logistics
News: Union Budget 2026 reinforces logistics as a core growth engine, backed by a record ₹12.2 lakh crore capex and a clear focus on infrastructure-led, multimodal connectivity.
The Budget targets structural bottlenecks across freight movement, exports and MSMEs, with momentum for dedicated freight corridors, ports, inland waterways and coastal shipping. Industry leaders—from APM Terminals Pipavav to Allcargo Logistics—see gains in transit times, costs and regional connectivity, especially for Tier II–III hubs.
Reforms extend beyond assets to predictability and digitalisation: faster customs, AI-enabled scanning, factory-to-ship clearances, and AEO facilitation.
MSMEs benefit via a ₹10,000-crore SME Growth Fund and easier financing, while express logistics gets a boost with removal of courier export caps. Execution will be key to locking in lower costs and stronger trade competitiveness.
Source: Logisticsinsider
