Agro-logistics hubs are crucial for a state like Maharashtra, where agriculture is a primary occupation. Along the Samruddhi Mahamarg, these hubs will not only strengthen the agricultural supply chain but also drive economic growth. One of the key objectives behind constructing the Mahamarg was to boost logistics and transport infrastructure, and these hubs will play a pivotal role in achieving that vision.

Four agro logistics hubs along Samruddhi Mahamarg

The Maharashtra government is setting up four agro-logistics hubs along the Samruddhi Mahamarg to strengthen the agro-processing industry and boost exports. Each hub will receive a fund of ₹100 crore under the state’s 100-day initiative. These hubs will enhance agricultural products processing and export readiness, ensuring faster and more efficient transportation. One of the key objectives behind constructing the Mahamarg was to boost regional development, and the agro-logistics hubs will play a pivotal role in achieving that vision. It is ideal for. The improved connectivity will help farmers and agribusinesses access wider markets and transport their perishable agricultural produce efficiently. This will strengthen Maharashtra’s agricultural supply chain.

These hubs will be set up at Nagpur in the Nagpur division, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar in the Marathwada division, Talegaon in the Pune division and Bhiwandi in the Konkan division with the financial assistance of the Asian Development Bank. Talegaon will specialise in flower exports among these hubs under the state’s Magnet Project. Meanwhile, the first agro-logistics hub will be inaugurated within 45 days in Jambargaon, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district. The Maharashtra State Warehousing Corporation, along with the Project Director of the Magnet Project, will oversee its development.
Apart from strengthening connectivity, the construction of the Samruddhi Mahamarg is a strategic move toward enhancing India’s logistics and trade capabilities. By integrating agro-logistics hubs along this corridor, Maharashtra aims to create a seamless supply chain that accelerates agricultural exports, strengthens rural economies, and contributes to economic growth.

Krushi Samruddhi Kendras

Along the Mahamarg, the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation has undertaken the project of development of 18 Krushi Samruddhi Kendras. It has also finalized seven locations - Kelzar and Virul Nagzari in Wardha district, Mehkar and Sawargaonmal in Buldhana district, Hadas Pimpalgaon, Ghaygaon Jambargaon and Vaijapur in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district. This will reduce dependency on traditional markets, ensuring a steady supply of quality produce to the agro-logistics hubs. This integrated approach will enhance efficiency in the collection and transportation of farm products, making them more export-ready while boosting regional agricultural income.

Maharashtra logistics hub

The 2024 Logistics Policy will significantly enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of these four agro-logistics hubs by creating a well-connected, large-scale infrastructure for seamless transportation and distribution of agricultural products.

The International Mega Logistics Hub near Navi Mumbai-Pune, strategically located next to the Panvel International Airport, will provide global market access for Maharashtra’s agricultural exports. The Nagpur-Wardha National Mega Logistics Hub, directly linked to the Samruddhi Expressway, will facilitate faster movement of perishable farm produce from agro-logistics hubs to national and international markets.

Additionally, state and regional logistics hubs, spread across key locations like Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar-Jalna, Thane-Bhiwandi, Nashik-Sinnar, and Kolhapur-Ichalkaranji, will strengthen the supply chain by offering warehousing, cold storage, and value-added