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1. In which Indian state has the first Inland Container Depot (ICD) been inaugurated?
Bihar has taken a significant step in boosting its logistics infrastructure with the inauguration of its first Dry Port and Inland Container Depot (ICD) in Bihta, near Patna. This facility will provide efficient warehousing, customs clearance, and multi-modal transport services, streamlining import and export operations for businesses in Bihar. Strategically located, the ICD is well-connected by rail to major ports such as Kolkata, Haldia, Visakhapatnam, and Mundra. This development is expected to enhance trade facilitation, reduce transportation costs, and promote economic growth in the region. Bihar's logistics landscape is poised for significant transformation.