Indian Railways introduces 109 time-tabled parcel trains
In a major boost to the supply chain network across the country, Indian Railways has introduced unhindered services of timetabled parcel trains for nationwide transportation of essential commodities and other goods.
Over 58 routes and 109 special parcel trains have been announced since the start of the lock-down in the framework of the Covid-19 pandemic. This way, almost all the important cities of India will get connected for the transportation of vital goods at a fast speed. These services are expected to be scaled up, the Indian government said.
Timetabled parcel trains are operating even on those routes where demand is less, so that no part of the country remains unconnected. Some trains run with only two parcel vans, or with one parcel van and brake van. (ben)