ADB-funded SMILE program to boost India’s logistics efficiency

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) funded Strengthening Multimodal and Integrated Logistics Ecosystem (SMILE) Program (SMILE) has plans to boost logistics efficiency. Aligning with the Atmanirbhar Bharat(Self-Reliant India) initiative by strengthening domestic manufacturing, improving logistics efficiency, the program enabled better integration into global trade network. It has the objectives of improving India’s logistics infrastructure, reducing logistics costs, and increasing efficiency. It supports the implementation of the National Logistics Policy and PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan by strengthening multimodal logistics, standardizing warehousing, and promoting digitalization in trade logistics.