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Chandigarh / Mohali – Under the leadership of Mohit Bansal, CEO of GMI Infra, the company is poised to launch the GMI Logistics Park, marking its next big milestone aimed at reshaping the industrial and trade landscape of North India. The new logistics park follows the company’s successful ventures such as GMI IT Tower, GMI Elite Homes, and GMI Business Park – all of which reflect GMI Infra’s commitment to high-quality infrastructure, strategic planning, and sustainable development.
Vision & Rationale: Why GMI Logistics Park Matters
According to GMI Infra, the decision to invest in a dedicated logistics park – in addition to their existing residential, IT and business-park offerings – comes from a larger strategy which cater to building integrated ecosystems that support industry, commerce and communities.
Free Trade Zones & Logistics Parks as a growth engine – GMI Infra sees these zones as a key to driving India’s next wave of industrial growth, enabling faster trade, improved international competitiveness and attracting foreign direct investment (FDI).
Complements existing infrastructure – With flagship projects already operational (IT Tower, Elite Homes, Business Park), the addition of a logistics park will provide seamless connectivity for manufacturing, warehousing, distribution and supply-chain operations.
Long-term, sustainable planning – Mohit Bansal’s approach has been described as “steady, responsible expansion,” prioritizing infrastructure that remains relevant over decades while considering geography, people’s needs and maintenance.
What the Logistics Park Could Unlock: Benefits for North India
Trade & Export Potential via Free Trade / Warehousing Zones By leveraging the benefits associated with Free Trade Zones (FTZs) / Warehousing Zones – such as deferment or elimination of customs duties until goods leave the zone, easier reexport and streamlined logistics – GMI Logistics Park will become a hub for import-export activity and value-added manufacturing in Punjab/North India. This can substantially reduce costs for businesses and improve efficiencies in the supply chain.
- Improved Connectivity and Supply Chains for Industry Hubs
Given that industrial hubs within Punjab (such as those around Rajpura IMC and other FreeTrade or Industrial zones) are increasingly central to supply-chain networks, a well-planned logistics park can serve as a critical node – connecting manufacturing centers, supply routes and domestic & export markets. This will benefit businesses in and around Ludhiana by reducing lead times, lowering transportation costs and enabling smoother distribution.
- Economic Growth, Job Creation and Industrial Ecosystem Strengthening
With modern warehouses, industrial plots, logistics infrastructure and potential Free Trade benefits, GMI Logistics Park can attract both large enterprises and SMEs. This can create employment across logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, transport and allied services – driving overall economic growth in the region.
- Leverage GMI’s Integrated Model – Work, Live, Trade and Grow
GMI’s track record – combining IT, residential, business and now logistics/industrial infrastructure — delivers a holistic model. For people in North India: one can live (Elite Homes), work (IT Tower / Business Park) and now engage in manufacturing, warehousing or logistics – all within an integrated ecosystem. This may also encourage migration of skilled workforce back to Punjab from other metros, boosting local talent retention.
