Amit Shah Launches Digital LPMS 'VINIMAY' for Smart Border Management
| Topic | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched Land Port Management System (LPMS) 'VINIMAY' on 9th June 2026 in New Delhi. |
| Objective | Digitally transform cargo, passenger, and vehicle management at India's land ports via real-time coordination. |
| Part of Initiative | Smart Borders strategy for integrated, secure border management. |
| Key Features | - 90% reduction in paperwork - Single Electronic Window processing - ANPR-based gate operations - Real-time data sharing among agencies (ICEGATE, CBIC, BSF, DGFT, UIDAI, ULIP). |
| Expected Benefits | - 40-60% reduction in truck waiting times - 22-35% decrease in gate processing times - Enhanced trade, security, and connectivity. |
| Economic Impact | Land port trade grew from ₹5,000 Cr (2014) to ₹83,000 Cr (2026)--a 16-fold increase. |
| Infrastructure | - 15 operational land ports currently - 11 new land ports planned in 2-3 years. |
| Governing Body | Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI) - Established: 2010 under LPAI Act - Ministry: Home Affairs - Functions: Border trade, security, infrastructure development. |