India's expressway investments are hindered by slow freight movement, as a government study reveals trucks face significant delays at warehouses, factories, and logistics hubs.
This is a major concern as nearly 70% of India's freight is transported by road
May 31, 2026
05:58 pm
What's the storyIndia's huge investment in highways and expressways has not resulted in a proportionate increase in freight movement speed.
A year-long government study found that trucks spend too much time waiting at warehouses, factories, and logistics hubs.
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India has significantly cut logistics costs through infrastructure investment. However, the nation requires more Multimodal…
