90% Completion of Vande Bharat Freight Train Production: Handover to Railway Board This Month The production of two Vande Bharat freight trains has reached 90% completion, with the Railway Board set to take possession of the trains this month. The initiative, aimed at enhancing freight operations, involves the development of high-speed freight trains capable of transporting a wide range of goods. These trains are designed to improve efficiency in cargo movement, particularly for perishable and high-value items. The Indian Railways has been actively expanding its freight services, including the transportation of coal, fertilizers, cement, grains, two-wheelers, and four-wheelers. To further boost freight revenue, the Railway Board initiated the production of Vande Bharat freight trains. The project was entrusted to the Chennai Integral Coach Factory (ICF), where the first two trains are being manufactured. The production process began a year ago, with initial approvals for manufacturing one train followed by a second. Currently, two Vande Bharat freight trains are under construction at the ICF facility. These trains are equipped to carry 16 containers and operate at a speed of 160 kilometers per hour. They are specifically designed to transport high-value goods, perishable items like flowers and roses, and electronic products. According to officials at the ICF, the production of the two freight trains has reached the final stages, with 90% of the work completed. They confirmed that the trains will be handed over to the Railway Board by the end of the month. The project marks a significant step in modernizing India’s freight rail network, offering faster and more reliable cargo transportation.#indian_railways #vande_bharat_freight_trains #railway_board #chennai_integral_coach_factory #high_speed_freight_trains
