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110th Network Planning Group Meeting Held

  • 21 Mar 2026

On 20th March 2026, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) convened the 110th meeting of the Network Planning Group (NPG) in New Delhi.

  • The meeting focused on infrastructure planning and project evaluation.
  • It aligned with the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan.
  • The aim was to enhance multimodal connectivity across regions.
  • The group evaluated four infrastructure projects.
  • These included two rail or metro projects.
  • Two highway projects were also assessed.
  • Projects were reviewed for last-mile connectivity improvements.
  • The focus was on linking economic and social nodes.
  • The initiative promotes integrated infrastructure planning.
  • It aims to improve logistics efficiency nationwide.
  • The projects are expected to reduce travel time.
  • They will support regional economic development.
  • The meeting emphasised coordinated planning across sectors.
  • The initiative supports efficient transport and supply chains.