The move to roll out ecommerce hubs for exports will add heft to the overseas play of the direct-to-consumer brands
The move will open opportunities for Indian players to boost their reach globally, and enhance the ease of doing business and accessing new markets.
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The government’s move to establish ecommerce hubs for exports has drawn praise from booming direct-to-consumer (D2C) players. With the Indian ecommerce industry projected to surpass the $350-billion mark by 2030, the proposal to set up an export hub will propel the industry.Â
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“The establishment of ecommerce hubs and reduction of TDS rates for ecommerce operators will provide a significant boost to the growth of D2C sector,†says Priyanka Salot, co-founder of The Sleep Company, a sleep and comfort tech solutions company which is backed by biggies such as Premji Invest, Fireside Ventures and Alteria Capital. The move, adds Salot, will go a long way in boosting the efficiency of D2C players and enhancing market accessibility for them. “This is a stimulus for the country's economic development and will strengthen India's status as a global ecommerce player,†she adds.Â
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