Mahindra Logistics Limited, an integrated logistics solutions provider in India, announced that it is set to broaden its footprint in West Bengal. As part of this expansion, Mahindra Logistics will commence operations of a 1.1 lakh sqft fulfilment centre in Malda, West Bengal, dedicated to handling fulfilment and last-mile deliveries. This centre, it added, is a critical part of Mahindra Logistics’ supply chain network and will execute efficient and timely deliveries through end-to-end fulfilment and distribution capabilities. Additionally, Mahindra Logistics is also adding 14 last-mile delivery stations, touching approximately 15,000 households daily.
“Tailored for grocery and e-commerce customers, the expansion in the network is the cornerstone of the company’s comprehensive logistics solutions integrating fulfilment, express, as well as mid-mile and last-mile services,” it said. As part of the expansion in the Eastern region, the centre is strategically positioned to serve Northern West Bengal, Eastern Bihar, and parts of the Northeast. The facility has a daily processing capacity of 10,000 orders and an inventory capacity exceeding 15 lakh units.
The establishment will generate over 750 job opportunities, including the 350 dedicated personnel for the last-mile network. Mahindra Logistics said that it aims to fill 25 per cent of the fulfilment centre roles with women and individuals from the PwD and LGBTQIA+ communities.
This expansion enhances the company’s warehousing footprint in West Bengal to 3.3 lakh sqft. Mahindra Logistics also services full truck load, part truck load and integrated services to nearly 2000 pin codes in the region.
Rampraveen Swaminathan, Managing Director and CEO of Mahindra Logistics, said, “Our new facility in Malda is strategically positioned in proximity to the demand centres servicing the customers through end-to-end fulfilment and last mile delivery solutions. It aligns with our vision of providing integrated supply chain solutions to our customers pan India as well as expands our operations in tier-II and tier-III cities. Adding to our facilities in Eastern India, this fulfilment centre symbolizes our commitment to facilitate swift and dependable deliveries nationwide.”