According to theprint.in, Decibel India Logistics Private Limited received the ‘Bengal Supply Chain Distinction for Scalability and Trust’ at Brand Empower’s Rashtriya Ratna Samman 2026 in New Delhi on Friday, May 29, 2026.
Award Ceremony & National Recognition
The Rashtriya Ratna Samman 2026 — organized by Brand Empower Pvt. Ltd. — took place at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The event drew top-tier logistics innovators and industry leaders across India. Ms. Kangana Ranaut, Member of the Lok Sabha and acclaimed actor, served as Chief Guest and presented the award, lending political stature and national visibility to supply chain excellence.
The ceremony marked its seventh edition and continues to be recognized as one of India’s most prestigious corporate accolades. Previous editions featured high-profile presenters including Mrs. Raveena Tandon, Mrs. Madhuri Dixit Nene, Mr. Anupam Kher, and Mrs. Shilpa Shetty Kundra. This year’s event was Presented by Brand Empower Pvt. Ltd. and Co-Sponsored by Baghel Industries Pvt. Ltd.
Operational Scale and Performance Metrics
Decibel India Logistics — headquartered in Kolkata, West Bengal — operates a distributed infrastructure supporting end-to-end supply chain services: warehouse rentals, 3PL, 4PL, cold chain transportation, and reverse logistics. The company currently manages 3 lakh square feet of warehousing space across multiple major Indian cities and deploys a fleet of 1000+ GPS-enabled vehicles.
Its operational rigor is reflected in a documented 99.87% on-time delivery rate, achieved through round-the-clock coordination by a team of over 150 employees. Founded by Atal Kumar Mandal, the firm began with just two directors and has since scaled into a multi-city logistics provider serving complex client requirements nationwide.
Leadership Vision and Strategic Commitment
Atal Kumar Mandal, Founder of Decibel India Logistics, accepted the award on stage and emphasized execution discipline and human capital as core drivers. In his acceptance remarks, he stated:
“Accepting this monumental recognition at the Rashtriya Ratna Samman 2026 is an incredible milestone that validates our core mission of delivering adequate and highly efficient logistics solutions.” — Atal Kumar Mandal, Founder, Decibel India Logistics Private Limited
Mandal credited frontline staff, associated personnel, and partners for sustaining service quality amid rapid expansion. He affirmed the company’s commitment to “ensuring sustainable growth throughout the fiscal years ahead” — aligning with India’s broader push for domestic logistics resilience. The award specifically recognizes achievements in scalability and trust — two critical benchmarks in a sector where reliability directly impacts inventory turnover, working capital efficiency, and customer retention.
Industry Context and Ecosystem Support
Decibel’s recognition occurs amid accelerating investment in India’s logistics infrastructure. According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, India’s logistics cost as a share of GDP fell from 14.4% in FY2014 to 13.0% in FY2023 — with targeted reduction to 8–10% by 2030 under the National Logistics Policy. This award underscores how private-sector agility complements public investment: while the government expands freight corridors and multimodal hubs, firms like Decibel deliver last-mile integration, cold chain readiness, and reverse logistics capacity — capabilities increasingly vital for e-commerce, pharma, and FMCG sectors.
The event’s execution relied on specialized partners: Webpulse Solution Pvt Ltd served as Digital Marketing Partner; Webpulse Foundation as CSR Partner; GetManufacturers.com as B2B Partner; Natural Therapy India as Wellness Partner; and Local Dukaan as eCommerce Partner — reflecting the cross-sector collaboration needed to scale modern supply chains.
Source: theprint.in
Compiled from international media by the SCI.AI editorial team.
