Ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Vadodara later this month, officials have emphasized the positive changes brought about by the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) at Varnama. The corridor has significantly increased freight train speeds and reduced transportation times for key commodities, alleviating pressure on India’s busy rail networks.
The conference, scheduled for June 29 and 30 in Vadodara, will focus on infrastructure and investment opportunities in Central Gujarat. One of the highlighted projects is the Dedicated Freight Corridor passing through 30 villages in Vadodara district, serving as a crucial logistics link for regional industry and trade.
Previously, freight trains at Varnama traveled at low speeds due to congestion from shared passenger and goods train movement. With the dedicated freight network now operational, average train speeds have risen to around 70 kmph, with a target of reaching 100 kmph set by the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL).
Railway authorities plan to shift all freight trains to the dedicated corridor in the next few months, aiming to increase daily operations from 50-70 to 110-140 trains. This move will double freight-handling capacity and free up conventional tracks for more passenger services, enhancing overall efficiency.
