Transforming India’s logistics through dedicated freight corridors: Progress and the way forward
· Source: kpmg.com
In short
Dedicated freight corridors (DFCs) in India are significantly improving logistics efficiency, with daily freight trains rising from 241 in FY24 to over 350 today and transit times slashed by nearly 50% for key goods like coal. The article highlights the need to upgrade first and last-mile rail links, close the speed gap between DFCs and the traditional network, and strengthen the broader logistics ecosystem through multimodal parks and incentives. It also draws comparisons with China's experience in building intelligent, AI-driven freight grids as a model for India's future direction.
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Tags: freight corridors, logistics, rail infrastructure, India, supply chain, efficiency