January 22, 2026 6:46 PM
Trucks-on-Trains service emerges as game changer in India’s freight transport, driven by dedicated freight corridor
As India’s economy expands and freight volumes rise sharply, Indian Railways’ Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) initiative is driving a strategic shift in logistics through its innovative Trucks-on-Trains (ToT) service. By combining the flexibility of road transport with the efficiency of electrified rail corridors, the service is reducing congestion, emissions and logistics costs while improving reliability in long-haul freight movement. Introduced as part of Indian Railways’ long-term fr...