The Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) on Friday, commissioned the Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal (GCT) at New Saradhana on the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC). The terminal was inaugurated by Praveen Kumar, Managing Director, DFCCIL.
Speaking on the occasion, Kumar said that the terminal will play an important role in enhancing logistics efficiency, reducing transportation costs and improving supply chain reliability for industries in the Ajmer region in Rajasthan.
Developed by the Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) at a cost of approximately ₹5 crore, the terminal is the first Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal developed with optimal cost efficiency, setting a benchmark for future projects. Spread over an area of about 4.3 acres, the facility is equipped with modern cargo handling infrastructure, warehousing facilities, and multi-modal connectivity, ensuring efficient integration between rail and road networks.
The terminal is expected to handle approximately 40 rakes per month, translating to over 1.5 million tonnes perannum, primarily comprising containers, marble, granite, minerals, and other commodities.
It will connect Ajmer in Rajasthan to major ports including JNPT, Pipavav, and Mundra through the WDFC, enabling faster and more efficient movement of EXIM cargo.
Track machine depot inaugurated
Praveen Kumar, MD,DFCCIL, also inaugurated the Track Machine Depot at DFCCIL Ajmer Unit on Friday.
This will improve track maintenance capabilities and operational efficiency on the WDFC ensuring timely upkeep of track, supporting the safe and efficient movement of goods trains.
