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The Union Minister for Commerce and Industry recently launched the Logistics Excellence, Advancement, and Performance Shield (LEAPS) 2025 in New Delhi, marking a major initiative to accelerate reforms and innovation in India’s logistics ecosystem. The launch also coincided with the 4th anniversary of the PM GatiShakti initiative, reaffirming the government’s commitment to building an efficient, integrated, and future-ready logistics network.

About LEAPS 2025

LEAPS 2025 is a flagship programme of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. It seeks to benchmark logistics excellence across the country by recognising outstanding performance, leadership, and innovative practices within the logistics sector.

Objectives

• Promote global-standard logistics performance and efficiency
• Strengthen competitiveness in line with the National Logistics Policy (NLP)
• Encourage sustainability and ESG-centric logistics models
• Foster collaboration among Government, Industry, and Academia
• Support Make in India, Atmanirbhar Bharat, and the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047

Key Focus Areas

• Logistics innovation and technology adoption
• Green logistics and sustainable supply chain practices
• Ease of movement through multimodal connectivity
• Capacity building and skilling in logistics and supply chain management

Coverage and Award Categories

The initiative spans a wide spectrum of logistics stakeholders, including:

• Freight operators (air, road, maritime, and rail)
• Multimodal transport operators
• Industrial, consumer, and agricultural warehousing firms
• MSMEs and logistics start-ups
• Academic and training institutions
• E-commerce logistics service providers
• Third-party and freight forwarding operators

A total of 13 award categories have been introduced, targeting core logistics, MSMEs, start-ups, institutions, and special service providers. Registrations are open on the RashtriyaPuraskar Portal until 15 November 2025.

Alignment with National Logistics Vision

LEAPS 2025 builds on the strategic framework of the National Logistics Policy (2022) and PM GatiShakti, which aims to integrate road, rail, air, and waterways to reduce logistics costs and improve last-mile connectivity. PM GatiShakti—backed by a ?100-trillion multi-modal infrastructure development vision—addresses infrastructure gaps, optimises multimodal movement, and strengthens India’s position in global supply chains.

Significance

• Boosts logistics efficiency and transparency
• Encourages innovation and technology in supply chain operations
• Strengthens export readiness and reduces logistics costs
• Promotes sustainable logistics and environmental stewardship
• Enhances India's competitiveness in global trade