PM-GatiShakti: Infrastructure Master Plan
TOPIC CLASSIFICATION
Subject: Governance | Topic: Infrastructure & Logistics Sub-topic: PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (NMP), GatiShakti Portal Prelims Focus: Launch year, nodal department, coverage (4+ pillars), GIS-based platform Mains Focus: Infrastructure development, logistics efficiency, multi-modal connectivity, reducing logistics cost
EXAMINER REASONING
PM GatiShakti is a transformative infrastructure initiative launched in 2021 to integrate planning and execution of connectivity projects across 16 ministries. UPSC Prelims tests the architecture (NMP, GIS portal, pillars). Mains focuses on its role in reducing logistics costs, improving export competitiveness, and creating synergies among infrastructure ministries.
Core Concept
PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (NMP) was launched on October 13, 2021, by Prime Minister Modi with a vision of integrated infrastructure planning for holistic and seamless movement of people, goods, and services.
Six Pillars of GatiShakti
| Pillar | Description |
|---|---|
| Comprehensiveness | Integrated planning across 16 ministries for coordinated infrastructure development |
| Prioritisation | Projects prioritised based on economic corridors, connectivity gaps, and social impact |
| Optimisation | GIS-based optimisation of route planning and land acquisition |
| Synchronisation | Time-bound synchronised execution of projects across ministries |
| Analytical | Data-driven decision making using geo-spatial analytics |
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