1、INDIA WAREHOUSING MARKET REPORT 2021INDIA WAREHOUSING MARKET REPORT 2021knightfrank.co.in/researchINDIA WAREHOUSING MARKET REPORT 2021INDIA WAREHOUSING MARKET REPORT 2021knightfrank.co.in/researchINDIA WAREHOUSING MARKET REPORT 2021F O R E W O R DThe past five quarters have been nothing short of a r

2、oller coaster ride.The prolonged COVID-19 pandemic forced us to navigate tight turns and steep slopes of successive infection waves that adversely impacted human life,and the consequent state-imposed lockdowns constricted economic activity to a bare minimum during its peak.As a human race,our collec

3、tive response to combat the virus exhibits strong hope.Vaccination progress in a populous and diverse country like ours will bring stability,however,the prognosis of an impending third wave implies that we need to remain ever vigilant and not let our guards down as we resurrect human lives and busin

4、ess.During this prolonged pandemic period,most commercial real estate asset classes have suffered strong headwinds.In comparison,the Indian warehousing sector was adversely impacted to a lesser magnitude on key business parameters.In fact,the sector shows great promise with recognition of its pivota

5、l role as a critical link between the manufacturer and the end consumer.Efficient logistics and distribution will be a key determinant of a business success in todays ultra-competitive environment.In this report,we assess the warehousing market dynamics of key primary and secondary cities in India o

6、n parameters of demand,supply,occupancy and price.We also take note of pandemic-influenced transient as well as long-term impact areas that are worthy of attention for business participants.For instance,on the demand side,while we capture a stronger e-commerce occupier trend and rising prominence of