Indian Railways Launches Niryat Cargo Express from Ichhapuri to Mundra Port

Indian Railways has begun operating the Niryat Cargo Express, an export-focused, assured transit service, as a double-stack container train.

• Route: Ichhapuri Container Terminal, Gurugram → Mundra Port.
• This marks the first time a timetabled train is operated from Ichhapuri, Gurugram.

Previous Operations

• Earlier, 20 trips of the assured transit service were operated from Garhi, Gurugram.

Key Features

• Time-bound weekly service ensuring:
  • Faster and reliable movement of goods
  • Predictable transit schedules for exporters
• Operated as a crack train:
  • Minimal halts
  • Uninterrupted movement
  • Ensures timely delivery, especially for high-value export cargo

Benefits to Exporters

• Reduces logistics costs and delays.
• Strengthens export supply chains from Delhi/NCR to Mundra Port, India’s major maritime gateway.
• Supports assured freight movement under the Delhi Division, Northern Railway.