Indian Economy·Policy Reforms
Transportation Infrastructure — Policy Reforms
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Version 1Updated 5 Mar 2026
| Entry | Year | Description | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101st Amendment | 2016 | Introduced Goods and Services Tax (GST) replacing multiple indirect taxes, significantly impacting transportation and logistics by eliminating interstate checkpoints and reducing transit times by 20-30%. | Transformed logistics operations by creating a unified market, reducing transportation costs, and enabling hub-and-spoke distribution models. Eliminated truck queues at state borders and improved supply chain efficiency. |