Maharashtra Transport Dept Consults Stakeholders On Congestion Policy; Key Focus On Upgrading Octroi Nakas Into Smart Truck Hubs

Transport department of Maharashtra had called a meeting with regards to the proposed proof of parking and congestion management policy on Friday May . 16th. Wherein Bal Malkit Singh, Advisor and Former President of All India Motor Transport Congress, attended this key consultation meeting chaired by Sanjay Sethi, Additional Chief Secretary (Transport), and Vivek Bhimanwar, Transport Commissioner, Government of Maharashtra. Infact the meeting saw active participation from all major stakeholders across the transport and urban planning spectrum.
Representing the road transport fraternity, Bal Malkit Singh submitted an extensive memorandum of suggestions and concerns, highlighting critical infrastructure gaps and solutions vital for the smooth functioning and sustainable future of the transport sector.

The Key Recommendation included the conversion of old Octroi Nakas—specifically Mankhurd, Mulund, and Dahisar—into Integrated Truck Terminals equipped with Parking Bays, Godowns,Offices, Garages, Fuelling /EV Charging Stations and Restrooms and Food Courts.

This initiative would be a major step toward the Vision of Viksit Bharat 2047,ensuring  Urban decongestion, Pollution control, Efficient last-mile connectivity through smaller CNG and EV-based delivery vehicles believe the stakeholders. 

The proposal aims not only to address the long-standing issues faced by transporters but also to align with broader goals of sustainable urban development and logistics efficiency.

Singh said, “The road transport sector is not just a mode of movement—it is the backbone of India’s economic engine. Our infrastructure planning must reflect this reality. Converting existing idle infrastructure like old Octroi Nakas into modern truck terminals is a practical, cost-effective step toward a cleaner, efficient, and future-ready transport ecosystem in line with Prime Minister  Narendra Modi ji’s vision for Viksit Bharat 2047.”