India will require around 215 multimodal logistics parks (MMLPs) by 2047 to accommodate rising freight volumes and support the shift in cargo movement from road to rail, according to a new industry report. The study highlights the critical role of next-generation logistics infrastructure in enabling the country’s long-term economic growth and logistics efficiency goals. The report estimates that India’s freight demand will increase substantially over the next two decades, driven by industrial expansion, growing domestic consumption, infrastructure development, and rising international trade. To manage this surge efficiently, the country will need a robust network of MMLPs that can integrate multiple transport modes, including rail, road, inland waterways, and ports. A key recommendation of the report is the development of 215 strategically located MMLPs across the country to facilitate seamless cargo movement and reduce logistics costs. These facilities are expected to serve as integrated hubs offering warehousing, cargo consolidation, value-added services, and efficient multimodal connectivity. The proposed logistics parks are also central to India’s ambition of increasing rail’s share in freight transportation. Currently, road transport dominates cargo movement, contributing to higher logistics costs and environmental impacts. Expanding multimodal infrastructure would help shift a larger portion of freight to rail, improving fuel efficiency, reducing congestion on highways, and lowering carbon emissions. Industry experts believe that MMLPs will play a crucial role in supporting the government’s broader logistics modernisation agenda, including initiatives such as the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan and the National Logistics Policy. By improving connectivity between production centres, consumption hubs, ports, and industrial corridors, these facilities can significantly enhance supply chain resilience and operational efficiency. The report also underlines the importance of coordinated planning between central and state governments, infrastructure agencies, and private sector stakeholders. Timely land acquisition, regulatory approvals, and investment support will be essential to accelerate the development of these logistics hubs. As India targets becoming a developed economy by 2047, strengthening freight infrastructure will be a strategic priority. The creation of a nationwide network of multimodal logistics parks is expected not only to meet future freight demand but also to improve logistics competitiveness, reduce transportation costs, and support sustainable economic growth. With freight volumes projected to rise sharply over the coming decades, investment in multimodal logistics infrastructure is increasingly being viewed as a cornerstone of India’s supply chain transformation journey. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 CARGOCONNECT 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬!