Bihar has set its sights on becoming a major logistics hub with the launch of the Bihar Logistics Policy 2023, spearheaded by the state’s Department of Industries. The policy offers a host of incentives to attract investors and entrepreneurs to develop transport, warehousing, and trade infrastructure.
Under the scheme, investors can avail a capital investment grant of 20% of the project cost, up to ₹25 crore. Additional grants include up to ₹10 crore for setting up an inland container depot, ₹6 crore for a warehouse, ₹4 crore for cold van services, and ₹3 crore for a container freight station.
The policy also provides interest reimbursement of up to 10% annually, with a ceiling of ₹30 crore. These benefits will be available alongside incentives under the Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Policy 2016, as well as support for developing multi-modal logistics parks.
To encourage inclusive growth, the policy offers enhanced incentives for entrepreneurs from special categories—including SC, ST, EBC, EWS, women, persons with disabilities, war widows, acid attack survivors, and third gender entrepreneurs. These groups will be eligible for interest reimbursement of up to 11.5% and an additional 15% in capital and interest grants.
The Bihar government expects the initiative to boost investment, generate employment, and significantly strengthen the state’s logistics and infrastructure ecosystem.
