The Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India (DFCCIL) has launched a rapid cargo parcel service on the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC), connecting major logistics hubs in the National Capital Region (NCR) and northern India with industrial centres in Gujarat.
The Joint Parcel Product–Rapid Cargo Service (JPP-RCS) began operations on August 18, 2026, with the first service running from New Dadri in Uttar Pradesh to New Ancheli in Gujarat. The return service from New Ancheli is scheduled to begin on August 20.
The service covers approximately 1,200 km one way and has a scheduled transit time of around 23 hours. Intermediate loading and unloading will be available at New Motidau in Gujarat, allowing cargo to be distributed more efficiently along the corridor.
The new service expands the reach of India’s rapid parcel rail network beyond Ahmedabad. Parcels destined for Surat and Mumbai can now be carried through the DFC service and connected onward to their final destinations.
DFCCIL said the service is particularly aimed at time-sensitive cargo, including shipments generated by the e-commerce and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors. It combines rail transportation with road-based first- and last-mile delivery to provide an integrated logistics solution.
Under the JPP-RCS model, aggregators collect consignments from customers, arrange loading and unloading, and provide final delivery to consignees. The service operates according to a fixed timetable, giving businesses greater predictability for shipment planning.
Bookings are available through the Virtual Aggregation Platform (VAP) on the Freight Business Development portal. Customers can make digital bookings up to 180 days in advance, while integration with aggregator platforms allows online booking and tracking of consignments.
DFCCIL estimates that the service could generate approximately ₹21 lakh in revenue per round trip, with regular operations potentially producing annual revenue of around ₹76 crore.
The initiative is also expected to support a shift from road to rail for suitable long-distance parcel traffic, helping reduce fuel consumption and transport emissions. For India’s logistics sector, the new service adds a faster and more predictable rail option for moving time-sensitive cargo between northern and western markets.