The Ministry of Railways has taken a step to improve India’s logistics system. The Veldurthi Goods Shed in Andhra Pradesh sent its first container rake to Phillaur, Punjab. This rake carried 2,760 tonnes of pig iron. This move aims to make freight movement faster and more customer-friendly for businesses in the region.
What is the significance of Veldurthi Goods Shed
Veldurthi Goods Shed was notified as an Exclusive Container Rail Terminal (ECRT) on June 10, 2026. It is the first terminal of its kind in the Hyderabad Division of South Central Railway. This facility allows the transport of pig iron through containerized rail services, which is a first for the reorganized South Central Railway Zone.
Key details of the first rake dispatch
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Dispatch Date | June 25, 2026 |
| Commodity | Pig Iron |
| Quantity | 2,760 Tonnes |
| Destination | Phillaur, Punjab |
| Estimated Revenue | ₹59 Lakh |
| Operating Agency | CONCOR |
Future plans for logistics infrastructure
CONCOR has committed to loading three container rakes every month from this terminal. To further improve infrastructure, RITES Limited and CONCOR signed an MoU on June 29, 2026. This agreement focuses on Project Management Consultancy services to modernize logistics across the country. Sanjay Kumar Srivastava, General Manager of South Central Railway, has asked officials to keep this momentum going to attract more freight.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the role of CONCOR in this operation?
CONCOR dispatched the inaugural rake to Phillaur and has committed to loading three container rakes every month from the Veldurthi terminal.
Which railway division does the Veldurthi Goods Shed belong to?
It operates under the Hyderabad Division of the South Central Railway (SCR) zone.