India’s industrial and warehousing sector has kicked off 2026 on a strong note, with demand rising 22% year on year in the January to March quarter. Total leasing activity touched approximately 11 million square feet across the top eight cities. According to data cited from Colliers, Delhi NCR led with 28% share of total demand, followed by Chennai at 21%. This growth reflects a structural shift in how supply chains are being designed across India.

The demand momentum is largely driven by third party logistics players, contributing nearly one third of total absorption. E commerce and automobile sectors together accounted for about 32% of leasing activity. Cities like Hyderabad and Bengaluru also witnessed strong Grade A warehouse uptake, signaling a clear preference for modern, compliant, and efficient infrastructure. This trend aligns with the growing need for faster fulfillment, inventory optimization, and regional distribution hubs.

However, supply side expansion is expected to remain cautious in the near term. Developers are closely watching global geopolitical tensions and ongoing supply chain disruptions before committing to large scale new inventory. This creates a gap where efficient logistics planning becomes even more critical. Businesses that can optimize existing warehousing networks and improve turnaround time will gain a competitive edge.

This is where Exim Transtrade plays a key role. As an integrated logistics partner, we support clients with end to end supply chain solutions including freight forwarding, warehousing coordination, multimodal transport, and time sensitive cargo handling. In a market where demand is rising but supply is measured, our focus is on helping businesses move smarter, reduce delays, and maintain reliability across global and domestic operations.

Relevant sources for reference:

• https://www.colliers.com/en-in
• https://www.ians.in
• https://www.ibef.org/industry/logistics-india.aspx