The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) has initiated the development of a Multi Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) at Jaitiya in Fatuha, Patna, as part of a national strategy to improve logistics efficiency and reduce transportation costs across India. The project will be implemented through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, following the Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (DBFOT) framework.
National Highways Logistics Management Ltd (NHLML), a 100% subsidiary of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), is leading the development, operation, and maintenance of the MMLP at this site. With an estimated project cost of ₹388.06 crore, NHLML has floated a Request for Proposal (RFP) to select a private entity for execution.
As part of the land acquisition and approval process, a Social Impact Assessment (SIA) was carried out by an expert group. According to the SIA report, the construction of the logistics park at Jaitiya is expected to have negligible negative environmental effects, while the positive impacts will be significantly higher. Accordingly, the government has notified that approximately 105.20 acres of land will be acquired in Mauja Jaitiya, Thana No. 79, Revenue Thana Fatuha, Anchal Fatuha, District Patna, for the project.
This initiative is part of a broader plan approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), under which 35 locations across India have been identified for the establishment of Multi Modal Logistics Parks. These parks are envisioned as integrated freight hubs with multimodal connectivity, enabling seamless cargo transport across road, rail, air, and waterways.
The MMLP at Jaitiya, Fatuha, will be developed with modern, mechanized infrastructure to support a wide range of logistics functions. It will house warehousing units, cold chain systems, bulk and break-bulk cargo terminals, container terminals, and customs clearance facilities. It will also provide value-added services such as sorting, grading, packaging, aggregation, cold storage, and bonded warehousing for Exim cargo.
This logistics park is intended to address the high logistics costs in India, where over 50% of freight currently depends on road transport, which is both expensive and time-consuming. By shifting a significant portion of cargo movement to rail and multimodal systems, MMLPs are expected to reduce freight costs by up to 45% and cut travel times by 50%. Furthermore, rail freight emits 65% less CO₂ per tonne-kilometer compared to road transport, offering a more sustainable alternative.
The project will also contribute to decongesting highways by promoting the use of high-capacity freight vehicles and trains, while optimizing the use of existing infrastructure such as inland container depots (ICDs) and container freight stations. The MMLP will be connected via dedicated railway sidings, spur lines, and major road networks, with potential links to ports, airports, and inland waterways based on feasibility.
In addition to its core logistics capabilities, the park will feature a range of support amenities including truck terminals, fuel stations with EV charging facilities, restaurants, hotels, dormitories, open storage yards, and a skill development centre to support local employment and training.
The MMLP at Jaitiya, Fatuha, is expected to deliver major economic, logistical, and environmental benefits. It is aligned with the Government of India’s broader vision of building an integrated, efficient, and sustainable logistics ecosystem. The project also marks a significant milestone in Bihar’s infrastructure development and is poised to make Patna a key logistics hub in eastern India.
