Where in Uttar Pradesh will the state-of-the-art Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) be developed, which will be at the periphery of NH-7, National Waterway 1, and Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport?

The correct answer is Varanasi.

In News

• India has signed an MoU to develop a state-of-the-art Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

Key Points

• India signed an MoU with National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) and the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) to develop a state-of-the-art Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) in Varanasi, enhancing regional connectivity.
  The 150-acre park will be connected to NH7, the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor & National Waterway-1, with easy access to Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport.
• The project is expected to boost India’s logistics sector by creating investment opportunities and generating employment.

Additional Information

• Nitin Gadkari
  • Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, attended the MoU signing ceremony.
• Sarbananda Sonowal
  • Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, also attended the MoU signing ceremony.