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  Driving Sustainable Growth in the Logistics Sector *Dr. Saumitra Mohan West Bengal is a state uniquely positioned because of its offering many advantages critical to the logistics sector . It is the sixth-largest economy in India, with a Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of ₹17 lakh crore . G rowing at an impressive annual rate of 15.24% , West Bengal is one of the fastest growing states in the country.  With a n estimated  population of over 100  million, the state represents both a massive consumption base and an ever-growing industrial hub. What truly sets West Bengal apart, however, is its strategic geographic advantage. Positioned as the gateway to India’s Northeast and land - locked neighbors like Bhutan and Nepal, it also acts as India’s vital conduit to Southeast Asia. This strategic geographic significance makes West Bengal the ideal destination for investments  in the logistics sector . T he state’s logistics sector is poised for an exponential gro...

  Developing Inland Waterway Ecosystem  in West Bengal * Dr. Saumitra Mohan Being a state with a great network of rivers and expansive water bodies, West Bengal  boasts of one of the longest navigable waterway network s  in the country, with approximately 4,593 kilometers of rivers and canals, of which 97% are navigable. This rich network of waterways—anchored by rivers like the Ganges, and their tributaries  including Damodar, Bhagirathi,and Hooghly —has historically played a pivotal role in trade, connectivity, and regional development. As we move forward, our inland waterway ecosystem is not only helping us strengthen West Bengal’s economy ,  but is also contribut ing  significantly to India's sustainable development goals.  In recent times, major strides have been made in the public and private sector in transforming the inland water scenario in the state. West Bengal’s waterways present an immense opportunity for economic and environmental pr...