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My No. MUM/TRD/TENDERS

Mr. Sandeep Khosla

Director General

Bombay Chamber of Commerce & Industry

Dear Mr. Sandeep Khosla,

Invitations for Bids – SriLankan Catering Ltd.

Ref. No. SLC/DPC/GOODS/2025/088

I wish to inform you that, SriLankan Catering Ltd. has invited bids for the following;

Please find attached herewith a copy of the bid document of the above.

It would be appreciated, if you could kindly make necessary arrangements to disseminate the same among your membership.

With warm regards,

Shirani Ariyarathne

Consul

Consulate General of Sri Lanka

34, Homi Modi Street, Fort

Mumbai 400001

Tel: (+ 91 22 )22045861/22048303

Fax: (+ 91 22) 22876132

E -mail: slcg.mumbai@mfa.gov.lk

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal Highlights Transformative Impact of PM GatiShakti on India’s Infrastructure and Development Vision

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, during the commemoration of four years of the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (NMP) in New Delhi today, highlighted the transformative impact of this path-breaking initiative launched four years ago on this very day.

Union Minister noted that PM GatiShakti brings both speed and strength, and that it is not an ordinary programme. PM GatiShakti has a very deep meaning, emerging from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision and nearly two decades of serious reflection on how infrastructure projects can be better planned and implemented to serve the people of India. During his years as the head of government, the Prime Minister has been known for bringing innovative thinking into governance and has had a clear vision of making India a prosperous and developed nation, added the Minister. Shri Goyal emphasized that collectively, all stakeholders are committed to making India a developed country by 2047, with PM GatiShakti playing a critical role in that journey.

Shri Piyush Goyal launched and unveiled several key initiatives during the commemorative event to further strengthen India’s infrastructure planning and development ecosystem. He opened the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (NMP) platform to the private sector through a Query-Based Analytics Mechanism developed by Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N), enabling wider access to geospatial data and advanced analytics. He released the PM GatiShakti Compendium Volume-3, which highlights successful use cases and best practices, and launched the PMGS NMP Dashboard, a comprehensive multi-sector reporting system for monitoring progress and deriving actionable insights. Shri Goyal also introduced the Knowledge Management System (KMS) to promote cross-learning and knowledge sharing among Ministries, Departments, and States/UTs, and unveiled PM GatiShakti – Offshore, a dedicated digital platform for integrated planning and management of offshore development across multiple sectors. In addition, he launched the Data Uploading & Management System (DUMS) to enhance decentralized, real-time data ownership and accountability, rolled out the PMGS District Master Plan (DMP) for Aspirational Districts to strengthen data-driven local infrastructure development and holistic regional growth, and introduced the Logistics Excellence, Advancement and Performance Shield (LEAPS) 2025 to recognize outstanding leadership and innovation across logistics sectors.

Shri Piyush Goyal highlighted that when PM GatiShakti was launched, the Hon’ble Prime Minister had emphasized that with the resolve of Atmanirbhar Bharat, the foundation for the next 25 years of development was being laid. He stated that PM GatiShakti has emerged as a vital bridge between macro-level planning and micro-level implementation, serving as an effective tool that transcends sectors and institutions. He added that the initiative carries game-changing implications for national development, as it is no longer limited to planning road alignments or railway routes, but now facilitates far deeper integration in national planning and execution.

Shri Goyal further informed that the launch of the PM GatiShakti District Master Plan for 112 Aspirational Districts, now mapped within a single integrated database, will help address the holistic developmental needs of these regions. He said the initiative is designed to ensure that growth reaches the last person at the bottom of the pyramid, thereby promoting inclusive and sustainable development. The District Master Plan supports area-based planning across key sectors including health care, education, logistics, industrial development, environmental management, safety and security, mineral resource utilization, and renewable energy generation. He noted that PM GatiShakti marks a paradigm shift from piecemeal approaches to an integrated model of comprehensive area planning.

Shri Goyal highlighted that logistics costs have drastically reduced, particularly with improvements in last-mile connectivity. Previously, transportation of coal from mines to power plants involved multiple loading and unloading steps, leading to inefficiency, increased costs, and material losses. Streamlining last-mile connectivity at mines and power plants has dramatically lowered the cost of electricity and improved overall logistics efficiency. Across the country, ministries, states, and town planners benefit from PM GatiShakti, which has expanded into multiple areas over the past four years.

The Compendium (Volume-3) of Best Practices and Successful Use Cases was released today by the Union Minister. This compendium demonstrates the diverse initiatives and tangible impacts of PM GatiShakti on citizens’ lives.

The Minister highlighted that in the last budget, it was announced that the public would be granted access to the databases of PM GatiShakti. The Union Minister was pleased to note that Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N) and the department have prepared themselves so that the public can start using the databases of PM GatiShakti through the Unified Geospatial Interface, enabling easier access and utilization of the data for planning and decision-making purposes, added the Minister.

The Union Minister highlighted that a comprehensive multi-sector reporting system has been launched to track how PM GatiShakti is impacting the development of various regions through the area-based planning approach now being adopted. The decentralized data sharing module ensures that information is accessible and emphasizes the importance of maintaining up-to-date databases. A proper dashboard will support planning and data dissemination to the public, enhancing transparency and facilitating evidence-based decision-making.

The Minister stated that a key focus of the initiative is to reach aspirational districts, ensuring that area-specific planning addresses local needs while lifting these regions out of infrastructure deficits. This effort represents a collective commitment from both state governments and the central government to foster inclusive development and equitable access to resources, added the Minister

Shri Goyal said that the launch of LEAPS, the Logistics Excellence, Advancement and Performance Shield, marks another milestone, recognizing the efforts of stakeholders in improving efficiency and effectiveness in logistics nationwide. The achievements of the past four years are remarkable, and there is a clear vision for PM GatiShakti to evolve into a larger initiative that transcends ministries, departments, states, and Union Territories, added the Union Minister.

The Minister highlighted that with expansions into ocean resource mapping, wind energy planning, offshore and underground cable routes, telecom and data networks, and even future undersea electricity transmission, the scope, scale, and impact of PM GatiShakti are undergoing a significant transformation. Shri Goyal added that the government is working to elevate this initiative beyond physical and social infrastructure to a platform that connects citizens, industries, and planners. In doing so, PM GatiShakti is becoming a central tool for national and human development, driving India toward greater heights and realizing the vision of a Viksit Bharat 2047, added Shri Goyal.

The Union Minister emphasized that PM GatiShakti is now evolving beyond physical infrastructure to social infrastructure, human development, industry engagement, and digital integration. The initiative has become a centerpiece of national development, promoting integrated, inclusive, and data-driven growth. It is now being applied to offshore resource mapping and exploration, including planning for wind energy, offshore and underground cables, optic cables for telecom and data, and future undersea electricity transmission. The scale, scope, and reach of PM GatiShakti are undergoing a massive transformation, with the government actively working to elevate it to the next level. This expansion aims to integrate physical and social infrastructure, increase citizen and industry engagement, and position PM GatiShakti as a strategic tool for human development and national progress, ultimately contributing to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, added the Minister.

Shri Piyush Goyal also emphasized that the initiative has brought about a paradigm shift in the way India plans and executes major infrastructure projects. By integrating data from multiple Ministries and States, the initiative has created an evidence-based decision-making tool. The Minister highlighted that the new initiatives launched, including the opening of the NMP platform to the private sector, the launch of the Knowledge Management System, and the unveiling of PM GatiShakti–Offshore, will further enhance data-driven planning, foster cross-sectoral collaboration, and accelerate integrated, sustainable development across the nation.

The event witnessed the participation of over 200 officials from Central Ministries, Departments, States/UTs, and industry associations. Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Shri Jitin Prasada and Minister of Public Works of Madhya Pradesh Shri Rakesh Singh also highlighted the evolution of PM GatiShakti at the event.

Over the past four years, PM GatiShakti has transformed India’s infrastructure planning in India through innovative digital tools, integrated platforms, and multi-sectoral collaboration. With continued expansion and inclusion of new stakeholders, the initiative is set to accelerate India’s infrastructure vision, drive economic progress, and improve the quality of life for citizens. PM GatiShakti is not just building projects—it is shaping the future of India.

PM GatiShakti Marks Four Years with Launch of Transformative Initiatives by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal

On the occasion of celebrations marking four years of PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (NMP), the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, today launched a series of transformative initiatives by the Logistics Division, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). These initiatives aim to drive socio-economic development by strengthening infrastructure planning, enhancing last-mile connectivity, and ensuring adequate infrastructure to support holistic growth.

Shri Goyal highlighted that the Government had developed and launched the PM GatiShakti District Master Plans (PMGS-DMP) for 28 Aspirational Districts in October 2024. The plans facilitate geospatial-based planning for critical social and economic infrastructure such as schools, health centres, anganwadis, roads, and water pipelines using the PM GatiShakti platform.
To enable effective planning, five sector-specific tools were developed for schools, health centres, anganwadis, roads, and water pipelines. Comprehensive capacity-building training for district teams was conducted at BISAG-N, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, in December 2024, followed by regular regional workshops and online sessions for officers across districts and States.

Districts have already begun developing practical use cases for area development, including road widening projects such as the Damoh–Jabalpur road from two to four lanes, solar park site selection in Damoh, administrative boundary planning, drinking water provision under the Jal Jeevan Mission, electrification of unelectrified villages, road connectivity for unconnected habitations, and watershed management planning in Baran district.

Building on these successes, the PM GatiShakti District Master Plan is now being progressively rolled out across all 112 Aspirational Districts, enabling data-driven, integrated planning for social and economic infrastructure development nationwide.
Shri Goyal also launched a series of transformative initiatives under the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan, aimed at enhancing infrastructure planning, data-driven decision-making, and cross-sectoral collaboration. The launches include the Knowledge Management System (KMS), Decentralized Data Uploading and Management System (DUMS), PMGS NMP Dashboard as part of the Comprehensive Multi-Sector Reporting System, and PM GatiShakti Compendium Volume-3.

Shri Goyal noted that over the past four years, numerous Ministries and States have undertaken innovative measures, developed digital tools, and created use cases demonstrating how geospatial planning can be leveraged to improve infrastructure development and decision-making. The Knowledge Management System serves as a centralized repository of digital tools, use cases, SOPs, compendiums, and training resources, promoting replicability, scalability, and cross-learning across Ministries, Departments, and States/UTs.

At the core of the KMS is the integrated NMP Dashboard, which provides real-time insights into onboarded data layers, registered users, planned projects, and reported issues through the Issue Management System, forming the basis of the Comprehensive Multi-Sector Reporting System. Complementing this, the Decentralized Data Uploading and Management System ensures accurate, uniform, and accountable data management through a three-stage workflow of data upload by designated managers, review by nodal officers, and final publication by BISAG-N, enhancing transparency, operational efficiency, and multi-sectoral coordination.

The launch of PM GatiShakti Compendium Volume-3 showcases a wide range of on-ground success stories across infrastructure, social, and economic sectors, demonstrating the transformative impact of PM GatiShakti in driving integrated development, improving connectivity, and fostering inclusive growth across India.

With these initiatives, PM GatiShakti continues to set new benchmarks in integrated infrastructure planning, data-driven governance, and inclusive development, reinforcing India’s vision of a modern, connected, and resilient nation.

My No. MUM/TRD/TENDERS

Mr. Sandeep Khosla

Director General

Bombay Chamber of Commerce & Industry

Dear Mr. Sandeep Khosla,

Invitations for Bids – SriLankan Catering Ltd.

Ref. No. SLC/DPC/GOODS/2025/091

I wish to inform you that, SriLankan Catering Ltd. has invited bids for the following;

Please find attached herewith a copy of the bid document of the above.

It would be appreciated, if you could kindly make necessary arrangements to disseminate the same among your membership.

With warm regards,

Shirani Ariyarathne

Consul

Consulate General of Sri Lanka

34, Homi Modi Street, Fort

Mumbai 400001

Tel: (+ 91 22 )22045861/22048303

Fax: (+ 91 22) 22876132

E -mail: slcg.mumbai@mfa.gov.lk