While India is preparing to implement its financial budget 2025, the air cargo industry urges policy makers to implement the targeted measures that enhance infrastructure, digitization and organizational efficiency.
Dr. Vandana Singh, an expert in the supply and logistical services chain, stressed the need to charge the air as an essential engine for commercial expansion and economic acceleration. “India has the ability to become a world -class pioneer, but this requires strategic investments in technology, infrastructure and policy reforms to ensure communication and smooth efficiency,” she says.
While dealing with India currently nearly three million metric tons of air cargo annually, strategic interventions can raise this number to 10 million metric tons during the three years to the next five, as it is in line with the government’s 2030 vision of the government.
Ready infrastructure in the future
The expansion and modernization of the air freight infrastructure in India is a major priority for politics. While the main centers such as Delhi, Mumbai and Bangaluru have strong capabilities in processing goods, the development of levels 2 and Tier-3 in air cargo centers is still an area for focus.
The Gati Shakti initiative of the main government of logistical integration has developed, but more investment is needed in customized lanes, warehouse automation, and improved charging stations. Aircraft capacity is another critical component.
While charging the belly of the passenger is still a major shareholder, allocated shipping services should be expanded, especially for high -value sectors such as drugs, damaged materials, and e -commerce. “The encouragement of Indian transport companies to expand the shipping fleet through tax benefits and financial incentives is necessary to meet the increasing demand and reduce dependence on international transport companies,” the most prominent Dr. Singh.
Take advantage of digitization and automation
Best practices are digitizing as a decisive empowerment factor for efficiency in air freight operations. The adoption of goods -based goods -based goods must remain, and Blockchain to transparent transactions, and to move in India towards paper -free trade priority. National logistical policy (NLP) has provided a framework for this transition, but smooth implementation will require deeper cooperation between government agencies and stakeholders in the industry. Customs clearance is still a challenge to air freight operators, with an increase in operational costs.
Although initiatives such as anonymous evaluation have shown some processes, more improvements such as risk -based inspection and one -window removal mechanisms will be necessary.
“The organizational simplification and automation in customs will not only reduce the times of transformation, but also enhances the competitiveness in global logistical services.”
Sustainability and green logistics of the air freight policy in India should be in line with global sustainability trends by strengthening green aviation initiatives. The adoption of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and carbon displacement mechanisms and investments in the infrastructure of the good -energy goods in political discussions. With pressure from international commercial partners on environmental compliance, India must integrate green logistical standards to maintain its global position.
Politics incentives for electrical handling equipment, solar powered warehouses, and sustainable packaging materials should be considered. “Sustainability is no longer optional; it is inevitable in the industry. By including green aviation practices in policy frameworks, India can enhance its global trade position while reducing carbon mark.”
The global axis
Besides operational efficiency, an air freight policy in India should focus on placing the country as a central player in global supply chains. Improved air communication, strategic trade agreements, and foreign direct investment (FDI) in the atmosphere infrastructure will have a fundamental role in leading long -term growth.
The creation of free trade areas (FTZS) and SEZS for air logistics will provide a large boost, attract multinational logistics service providers and enhance innovation in goods management. Moreover, investments in human capital, including skills training for shipping and organizational employees, will ensure that the workforce in India is equipped to meet the demands of the future industry.
The road to 2030
The air cargo industry is the main factor for economic aspirations in India, supporting commercial expansion and industrial growth. Dr. Singh also stressed, “The next budget provides a decisive opportunity to reshape the ecosystem for air charging in India through strategic policy measures that give priority to efficiency, sustainability and infrastructure development.” Through the targeted reforms and the anticipated policy approach, India can appear as a global leading company in the field of logistical services for air freight, which paves the way for sustainable economic growth and enhancing global trade integration.
