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Varanasi: From Spiritual Capital to Logistics Powerhouse?

May 14, 2025 1 min read
author Anamika Mishra, Sub Editor
Varanasi, known as the spiritual heart of India, is now emerging as a key player in the logistics sector. While the city has long been famous for its temples, culture, and religious heritage, it is now stepping into a new role, thanks to recent developments like the Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP), the Multi-Modal Terminal (MMT), and the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor (EDFC).Traditionally, Varanasi was a trade hub for Banarasi silk, woodwork, brassware, and religious items. But poor roads, congested lanes, and weak transport links held it back from becoming a national logistics centre. The Ganges, once a

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