Indian Railways has enhanced in freight logistics by launching scheduled, commodity-specific, time-tabled cargo services, connecting key production and consumption centres across the northern region. In a statement, The railways said these services aim to improve customer satisfaction, ensure reliable transit times and provide industry-aligned logistics solutions. The newly introduced services include the Annapurna Service from Ludhiana to Varanasi, transporting foodgrains in an average of 17 hours, Gati-Vahan Service from Farrukhnagar to Lucknow for automobiles in 28 hours, Niryaat Cargo Service from Garhi to Mundra Port for containers in 32 hours; and Anantnag Cement Cargo Service from Roopnagar to Anantnag, transporting cement in 31 hours.
With scheduled timings and advance information on train arrivals and departures, these services are enabling better logistics planning for both consignors and consignees, enhancing predictability and efficiency.