Logistics Simplification Throughout Various States (LEADS) 2025

What is it?

LEADS is a nationwide index and survey that evaluates and ranks the logistics landscape of Indian States and UTs, pinpointing deficiencies and effective strategies to improve supply chain efficiency.

Ministry: Issued by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Department for the Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).

Goal:

• To assess the logistics performance of States/UTs.
• To reduce logistics expenses and enhance efficiency.
• To assist States/UTs in planning infrastructure, reforming policies, and enhancing capacity.

Evaluation Standards:

Infrastructure Standards: Highways, storage facilities, intermodal links.

Services: Accessibility, excellence, and dependability of logistics services.

Efficiency: Punctuality, vehicle turnaround time, simplicity of clearances.

Policy Assistance: State-level enabling actions, complaint resolution systems.

Stakeholder Viewpoint: Industry insights regarding expenses, pace, and dependability.

Main Characteristics of LEADS 2025:

Corridor Performance Monitoring: Evaluation of 5–7 essential national corridors by analyzing travel time, truck velocity, and delay time.

API-Enabled Data: Real-time speed assessment by section on key road corridors for more precise analytics.

State Rankings & Categories: Classification of Leaders, Achievers, and Aspirers for constructive competition.

Policy Suggestions: Customized state-specific actions derived from results.

Digital Dashboard: Engaging platform for States/UTs to track performance consistently.