With India’s readiness to unveil its budget 2025, industry leaders and stakeholders closely monitor government measures that will enhance green charging capabilities in the country. As the government continues to focus on infrastructure development, experts believe that increasing investment in the infrastructure of air cargo-especially in level cities 1 and the second level-will be necessary to reduce logistical costs, improve the competitiveness of global trade, and support rapid expansion of e-commerce.
RS Subramanian, Southern Asia’s first vice president at DHL Express, emphasized the decisive role of air cargo in the commercial scene in India by saying that “reducing logistical costs by simplifying regulations and making compliance easier remains a major lever to become India more competitive globally. Pressing is on the pressure on The development of infrastructure through the situation is very important to the economy as well as to support growth expectations. “
The issue of increasing the investment of air merchandise
The costs of logistics in India, which currently represents 13-14 percent of GDP, is much higher than the global average of 8-10 percent, putting pressure on commercial competitiveness and total efficiency. While the government has made great steps in improving multimedia logistical services through the “Gati Shakti”, stakeholders in the industry are defending a more focused approach to air cargo expansion. There is a critical gap in the infrastructure of the air freight outside the main capital centers, with main airports in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangaluru and Hyderabad dealing with large charging volumes, while the cities of the 1 and Tier 2 are still deprived. This deficiency in air cargo capacity limits the ability of regional exporters and manufacturers to reach international markets efficiently.
Industry leaders argue that strategic financing in the upcoming budget should give priority to developing air freight stations in the second level cities to improve access to exporters, especially in the manufacturing and e -commerce sectors. In addition, the expansion of allocated air charging corridors would enhance communication between the main production centers and international gates, ensuring the movement of goods faster and more effective. More update of customs procedures and tax structures is seen as necessary to simplify air charging operations, reduce clearance times, and improve efficiency in dealing with international shipments. While India seeks to enhance its position in global trade, targeted investments in the air freight infrastructure can play a transformative role in bridging logistical gaps and enhancing economic growth.
E -commerce and MSME growth
The e -commerce sector in India is preparing for SIS, as border trade plays an increasingly important role. With this, the government is expected to pressure the e -commerce export centers, designed to facilitate the smooth international shipping of small, small and medium enterprises (MSMES).
“This year, we see more pressure from the government to establish e -commerce export centers that aim to support MSMES as well. We look forward to cooperation with the government to simplify tax structures and customs procedures for exporters.”
E -commerce -based exports require effective and sensitive logistical networks, and air cargo plays a pivotal role in enabling companies to reach global markets quickly. The expansion of the allocated air freight centers with customs facilities before voting can significantly enhance the ease of doing business for young exporters, making India a more attractive center for international trade.
Sustainability and the future of air cargo
As the global logistical sector has moved towards carbon removal, sustainable air charges will become an increasingly important focus. The next budget is expected to stimulate green logistical solutions, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), energy -saving charging stations, and carbon displacement mechanisms for shipping operations.
Many countries have already provided policy frameworks to encourage the adoption of SAF logistics and neutral carbon. India has an opportunity to take the initiative in this field by providing financial incentives, organizational support, and public -private partnerships to advance sustainability in air freight operations.
Politics recommendations
To cancel the full capabilities of the air freight industry in India, experts call for strategic policy measures in the upcoming budget 2025. It is a major priority that is to increase the capitalization of the capital infrastructure for air goods in emerging industrial areas, ensuring smooth communication with global trade roads. Industry leaders also call for customs reforms and taxes to simplify export operations, reduce clearance times, and enhance India’s attractiveness as a global logistical center. Sustainability remains a decisive axis, with recommendations for targeted incentives, including subsidies for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), ground operations electricity, and the adoption of energy -saving techniques. In addition, the expansion of the public and private sectors (PPPS) is seen as necessary to lead investment in air charging stations, membranes, and multimedia logistical corridors, which enhances long -term growth and competitiveness in the sector.
Air goods as a growth incentive
India’s budget offers 2025 decisive opportunity to convert the air freight sector into a global competitive power. Investments in the ability of regional air freight, e -commerce export corridors, and sustainability initiatives will not only be enhanced, but will also put India as a major player in the future of global logistics services.
Since the country seeks to become a $ 5 trillion economy, a strong air freight network – level 1 and Tier 2 – will not be indispensable in ensuring that Indian companies can compete efficiently in international markets. Aviation and logistical services are now looking to the government to obtain a crucial political framework that corresponds to infrastructure expansion, organizational reform, and sustainability initiatives to a coherent vision for the future of air cargo in India.
