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9 Facilitating Export Logistics
Efficient, Cost-effective, and timely logistics is crucial for enhancing the competitiveness of
merchandise exports. Sea Ports, Inland Container Depot (ICD), Airports and Inland
waterways are important hubs in the overall EXIM chain which could facilitate export of
goods. The State has one major port i.e. Paradip port, one International Airport at
Bhubaneswar and one functional Multi Modal Logistic Park and Inland Container Depot
(ICD) at Jharsuguda. The State shall leverage the benefits of the National Logistics Policy
which aims at providing a unified logistics interface platform to promote digitization in the
transport sector and provide exporters with a single platform to streamline processes and
reduce logistics cost associated with export.
Although logistics infrastructure is created by agencies of the Central Government and
State has limited role in such initiatives, the following areas will be pursued at the State
level.
a. A mechanism enabling exporters to submit their concerns relating to exports from
ports or airport which can be pursued with the concerned authorities.
b. Examining creation of necessary non-major ports in the State.
c. Explore the possibility of export of fresh produce and other agriculture commodities
from Paradip and Dhamra seaports.
d. The State will endeavor to improve facilities (reefer container, plug points, cold chain) at
the Gopalpur Sea port for export/import of perishables
e. Adequate airport infrastructure including a multi-product cold store facility and chill
room for export of chilled fish. The State will endeavor to set up facilities to secure key
clearances and export certifications (Customs clearance, No Objection Certificate from
Plant Quarantine department, Phytosanitary Certification) inside the airport.
f. Consistent and meaningful liaison with relevant stakeholders to improve connectivity
from Bhubaneswar Airport to markets like S. E Asia, Middle East, Far East, Europe and
USA.
g. Creation of adequate number of Inland Container Depot / Container Freight Station at
potential sites to improve movement of goods from Dhamra and PICT
h. Facilitate exports by air for sectors like fruits, vegetables, marine products, appliqué
works, stone artifacts, handicrafts, processed food etc.
i. Enhanced railroad connectivity in the State wherever required based on industry
inputs.
j. Any other area as and when approved under this policy by the Empowered Committee.View entire presentation