Gatishakti scheme to provide framework for National Infrastructure Pipeline plan: Gadkari

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Addressing the American Chamber of Commerce’s (AMCHAM) 29th AGM, Mr. Gadkari also sought investments in the road sector from insurance and pension funds of the U.S.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on September 2 said the 100 lakh crore-Gatishakti scheme will provide a framework for the National Infrastructure Pipeline programme and make Indian products more competitive by cutting down logistic costs and improving supply chains.
Addressing the American Chamber of Commerce’s (AMCHAM) 29th AGM, Mr. Gadkari also sought investments in the road sector from insurance and pension funds of the U.S.
“Our government is soon going to launch the national master plan of thePrime Minister — Gatishakti scheme of more than 100 lakh crore for holistic and integrated infrastructure development in India,” he said.
The Gatishakti scheme was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Independence Day speech on August 15. The initiative is set to be launched this month.
“The Gatishakti master plan will provide the framework for the NIP programme and is aimed at making Indian products more competitive by cutting down logistic costs and improving supply chains,” the Road Transport and Highways Minister said.
According to the Minister, infrastructure development will play an important role in India’s aim to become a $5 trillion economy.