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DFCCIL MD Praveen Kumar conducts inspection of During New Dadri–Sahnewal section
Praveen Kumar, Managing Director, Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL), conducted a comprehensive railcar inspection of the New Dadri-New Khurja-Sahnewal section on the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor (EDFC) on 30 May 2026. During the visit, he reviewed operational performance of the corridor, assessed key infrastructure assets, and interacted with field officials to evaluate ongoing efforts towards enhancing efficiency and capacity utilization of the DFC network. He also undertook a detailed review of security preparedness in this EDFC section following recent untoward incidents reported on the Dedicated Freight Corridor track.
The Managing Director also inspected the Traction Substation (TSS) at New Talheri Buzurg, a key element of DFCCIL’s 100% electrified rail network powered through the advanced 2×25 kV traction power supply system. The inspection focused on assessment of proper functioning of critical equipment, power supply systems, monitoring mechanisms, and safety protocols that ensure seamless delivery of traction power to freight trains operating on the corridor.
As part of DFCCIL’s commitment towards social responsibility and community welfare, the Managing Director inaugurated a modern facility at SEVA Dhaam Ashram, Saha, created for children suffering from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a rare and progressive genetic disorder that gradually weakens the muscles over time. Recognizing the importance of timely rehabilitation and continuous therapeutic care in managing the condition, DFCCIL supported the children under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative by providing advanced physiotherapy equipment in the new facility. The initiative is expected to significantly enhance the quality of care and therapeutic support available to the beneficiaries. He also inaugurated the newly constructed DFCCIL Type-V Residential Quarters at Ambala Cantt., developed as part of the Corporation’s ongoing efforts to strengthen employee welfare infrastructure. The modern residential complex has been designed to provide comfortable and high-quality living facilities for employees and their families.
The inspection was accompanied by Pawan K Rai, Director (Project Planning); Sandesh Srivastava, Executive Director (Project); Alok Kumar, General Manager (Coordination), Ambala Unit, Arjun Singh Tomar, General Manager (S&T), Eastern Corridor; Akhilesh Srivastava, General Manager (Electrical-IV), Eastern Corridor; Ashish Mishra, General Manager (Security), EDFC; Sh. Sunder Singh, General Manager (HR); along with other senior officials from the field units.
Spanning 2,843 route kilometres, the Dedicated Freight Corridor has emerged as a game-changer for freight transportation in India. The network continues to set new benchmarks in operational performance, handling an average of 406 freight trains per day and achieving a record 907 train interchanges in a single day on 26.01.2026. During 2025–26, the corridors carried 586 billion Gross Tonne Kilometres (GTKM), reflecting the growing confidence and the increasing shift of freight to the DFC network. These achievements highlight DFCCIL’s pivotal role in reducing transit times, improving supply chain efficiency, and strengthening the nation's economic growth through a modern, high-capacity freight rail network.
The Managing Director also inspected the Traction Substation (TSS) at New Talheri Buzurg, a key element of DFCCIL’s 100% electrified rail network powered through the advanced 2×25 kV traction power supply system. The inspection focused on assessment of proper functioning of critical equipment, power supply systems, monitoring mechanisms, and safety protocols that ensure seamless delivery of traction power to freight trains operating on the corridor.
As part of DFCCIL’s commitment towards social responsibility and community welfare, the Managing Director inaugurated a modern facility at SEVA Dhaam Ashram, Saha, created for children suffering from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a rare and progressive genetic disorder that gradually weakens the muscles over time. Recognizing the importance of timely rehabilitation and continuous therapeutic care in managing the condition, DFCCIL supported the children under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative by providing advanced physiotherapy equipment in the new facility. The initiative is expected to significantly enhance the quality of care and therapeutic support available to the beneficiaries. He also inaugurated the newly constructed DFCCIL Type-V Residential Quarters at Ambala Cantt., developed as part of the Corporation’s ongoing efforts to strengthen employee welfare infrastructure. The modern residential complex has been designed to provide comfortable and high-quality living facilities for employees and their families.
The inspection was accompanied by Pawan K Rai, Director (Project Planning); Sandesh Srivastava, Executive Director (Project); Alok Kumar, General Manager (Coordination), Ambala Unit, Arjun Singh Tomar, General Manager (S&T), Eastern Corridor; Akhilesh Srivastava, General Manager (Electrical-IV), Eastern Corridor; Ashish Mishra, General Manager (Security), EDFC; Sh. Sunder Singh, General Manager (HR); along with other senior officials from the field units.
Spanning 2,843 route kilometres, the Dedicated Freight Corridor has emerged as a game-changer for freight transportation in India. The network continues to set new benchmarks in operational performance, handling an average of 406 freight trains per day and achieving a record 907 train interchanges in a single day on 26.01.2026. During 2025–26, the corridors carried 586 billion Gross Tonne Kilometres (GTKM), reflecting the growing confidence and the increasing shift of freight to the DFC network. These achievements highlight DFCCIL’s pivotal role in reducing transit times, improving supply chain efficiency, and strengthening the nation's economic growth through a modern, high-capacity freight rail network.
