The Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) is a landmark infrastructure initiative designed to modernise India’s freight transportation system through a high-speed, high-capacity railway network built exclusively for cargo movement. By introducing dedicated tracks, advanced signalling, and efficient logistics systems, the DFC aims to reduce travel time, minimize congestion, and significantly improve supply chain performance. This enhanced connectivity between ports, manufacturing clusters, and industrial zones will lead to faster delivery cycles and lower logistics costs, strengthening India’s position in global trade.
The project is also expected to unlock new industrial opportunities across regions aligned with the corridor. Areas like Dholera SIR will benefit from improved market access, quicker cargo handling, and stronger economic integration. With its focus on efficiency, reliability, and long-term growth, the DFC stands as a major catalyst for India’s future industrial expansion.
| Uttar Pradesh | 22 km (1.4%) |
| NCR of Delhi | 115 km (7.5%) |
| Haryana | 130 km (8.5%) |
| Rajasthan | 553 km (36%) |
| Gujarat | 565 km (36.8%) |
| Maharashtra | 150 km (9.8%) |
| Total | 1535 Kms(100%) |
Eastern Corridor: Extends from Punjab to West Bengal, covering major industrial zones and supporting high-volume freight movement across northern India.
Western Corridor: Connects Delhi to Gujarat and Maharashtra over a long stretch, linking key ports, industrial hubs, and manufacturing clusters.
The Dedicated Freight Corridor is designed to run more than 100 freight trains daily, enabling the transport of large cargo volumes, including minerals, containers, cement, steel, and other industrial goods with greater speed and reliability.
The DFC features dedicated double-stack container tracks, automated signalling systems, and high-speed freight operations capable of significantly reducing transit time. These upgrades improve logistics efficiency and strengthen India’s supply chain competitiveness for industries located along the corridor.
| Complete Stretch of Western DFC | Stretch of Western DFC passing thru Gujarat | |
| DFC Length | 1535 Kms | 565 Km |
| Project Cost | Rs. 30,327 Crs. | Rs. 12,000 Crs. |
The Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) is set to create major economic and industrial advantages by improving freight speed, lowering logistics costs, and strengthening connectivity between ports, production clusters, and industrial hubs. With efficient cargo movement and reduced transit time, the corridor will support large-scale manufacturing, enhance supply chain reliability, and attract new investments into strategic regions.
Industries dependent on high-volume freight, such as engineering, automotive, electronics, and chemicals, will benefit from faster deliveries and improved operational efficiency.
➤ Dholera Nano City Gothangam- KRIBHCO, Steel Plants, Dahej port, Bharuch- Dahej Investment Region, Surat – Navsari Industrial Region etc.
➤ Makarpura – Vadodara – Linked with Bharuch Industrial Area and Dahej Region, offering strong freight access via the DFC route.
➤ Anand – Ahmedabad – Connected to Dholera Industrial Zone and major ports such as Pipavav and Bhavnagar, enhancing cargo movement.
➤ Mehsana – Palanpur – Provides connectivity to Mehsana manufacturing zones and key Kutch ports, including Kandla, Gandhidham, and Mundra.
➤ Dholera – Palanpur Belt – Strengthens movement between Dholera, Mehsana hubs, and Kutch’s major port ecosystem, like Kandla and Mundra.
➤ Khushkhera–Bhiwadi–Neemrana Zone – A major DFC-linked industrial area offering expanded logistics reach for Gujarat-bound freight.
A new contract has been issued for bridge construction along the Western Corridor between Vadodara and Surat, covering nearly 200 km. This phase will speed up infrastructure development on the Dedicated Freight Corridor.
Land acquisition has been initiated for a major stretch of the DFC route in Gujarat. As per guidelines, the remaining process will be completed within the notified timeline to support uninterrupted project progress.