Six infrastructure projects have been suggested by the Network Planning Group (NPG) under PM GatiShakti. The six projects, one from MNRE, three from the Ministry of Railways, and two from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, were assessed by NPG during a meeting, which then recommended them. The comprehensive development of these projects would be done in accordance with the PM GatiShakti principles. These initiatives will also boost the effectiveness of logistics across the nation and enable multimodal connection, smooth passenger and freight movement, and both.
Senior representatives from significant member ministries and departments actively participated in the 45th session meeting, which was presided over by Special Secretary (Logistics Division), DPIIT. NPG looked into a project by the MNRE. The project is for a renewable energy transmission infrastructure in Ladakh. According to officials, this unique initiative is a significant step towards the Government of India’s goal of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by the year 2030