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NDTV
14 hours ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Maruti Suzuki's Manesar Plant Gets India's Largest Automobile Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal
New Delhi: Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday inaugurated the country's largest automobile multi-modal cargo terminal at the Maruti Suzuki India Limited plant in Haryana's Manesar. The new Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal at Maruti Suzuki's plant significantly enhances the logistics efficiency of automobile transportation. The Manesar facility is connected to Patli railway station through a 10 km dedicated rail link, which forms part of the 121.7 km Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor being developed by the Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (HRIDC). The construction of this 10 km link involved an investment of Rs 800 crore, with the HRIDC contributing Rs 684 crore and the remaining amount funded by Maruti Suzuki. The loading capacity of this Gati Shakti cargo terminal is one of the highest in India at 4.5 lakh automobiles per annum. Addressing the gathering, the Minister highlighted the significant transformation Indian Railways has undergone over the past decade. "Before 2014, the Railways' annual budget hovered around Rs 24,000–25,000 crore. Now, it has been increased to Rs 2.5 lakh crore,' the minister said. "Basic passenger amenities like toilets were absent in many stations and coaches. In the last two and a half years, a focused campaign has been launched to increase the number of general coaches. More than 1,200 general coaches were added in just the past year," he added. The minister further stated that a major decision was taken recently to upgrade passenger train services. Over 100 MEMU trains will now be augmented — increasing their composition from 8 to 12 coaches to 16 to 20 coaches — greatly benefiting short-distance commuters. A new factory has been set up at Kazipet in Andhra Pradesh for the manufacturing of over 100 MEMU trains. Referring to the successful rollout of Namo Bharat trains, Vaishnaw said: "Encouraged by the strong public response, we have decided to produce 50 new Namo Bharat trains to cater to growing passenger demand." On the passenger and freight performance front, he said: "In the financial year 2023–24, Indian Railways transported approximately 720 crore passengers and 1,617 million tonnes of freight. This performance helped Indian Railways achieve the second-highest freight volume globally, marking 2023–24 as a historic year." About passenger convenience, he mentioned the ongoing pilot project, where passenger reservation charts are now being prepared 24 hours in advance, replacing the earlier norm of 4 hours before train departure. The initiative has received highly positive feedback from citizens and is expected to significantly improve the travel experience. Discussing the rollout of the Amrit Bharat Trains, the minister stated: "Three Amrit Bharat trains are currently operational and have received an overwhelming public response. In the coming days, six more Amrit Bharat trains will be launched, production of 50 more trains is underway, and more batches will follow." .Highlighting ongoing infrastructure investment in the state, he added: "Currently, projects worth Rs 11,800 crore are underway in Haryana. Redevelopment of 34 railway stations is in progress under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. In addition, 540 road overbridges and underpasses have been constructed across the state's railway network." Vaishnaw also mentioned that the Railway Coach Factory, Sonipat, is undergoing modernisation. 'The upgraded facility will soon be ready for inauguration and will play a key role in enhancing our coach production capacity,' he said. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, the state's Minister of Industries Rao Narbir Singh, and Maruti Suzuki CEO & Managing Director Hisashi Takeuchi were present at the event.
Hindustan Times
20 hours ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Haryana: Railway minister, Saini launch India's largest cargo hub in Manesar
Union railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday inaugurated the country's biggest Gati Shakti Multi-Modal cargo terminal in Manesar, Haryana. Developed under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Gati Shakti National Master Plan, the mega facility aims to boost multimodal connectivity and streamline freight movement across the country. Constructed at a cost of ₹117,091 million, the terminal is a joint initiative of the Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (HRIDC) which holds a 55.4% stake, Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC) with 19%, and the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) with 5%. Lauding the rapid transformation of India's railway infrastructure under the current government, the Railway minister, on the occasion, said: 'In just 11 years, the annual railway budget has risen from ₹25,000 crore to ₹2.5 lakh crore. Haryana's allocation alone jumped from ₹315 crore before 2014 to over ₹3,400 crore,' he said. The central minister also announced that 100 new Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU) trains and 50 Namo Bharat passenger trains will be launched. He said, additionally, work is underway to upgrade 34 Amrit Bharat stations across Haryana. The construction of 540 railway overbridges and underpasses has also been completed in the state. Vaishnaw also confirmed full electrification of Haryana's rail lines, and revealed plans to modernise the railway factory in Sonipat. Stating that the 823 km of new tracks laid in Haryana surpass the rail network of the United Arab Emirates, he said that work is underway to develop 34 Amrit Bharat stations in the state. On the occasion, chief minister Saini described the terminal as a 'milestone in Haryana's development journey' and a critical step toward realising the Prime Minister's vision of a developed India. 'This isn't just steel and concrete. It is a symbol of our nation's progress,' he said. The terminal will connect vehicle consignments from Maruti's Manesar and Gurugram plants to 17 hubs across 380 Indian cities, as well as export destinations via ports like Pipavav and Mundra, said Saini. Stating that Haryana has emerged as the country's leading automobile manufacturing hub, producing nearly 50% of India's cars, he said: 'The internal railway siding built by HRIDC at Maruti is a testimony to our 'ease of doing business' commitment.' Later, the CM and the union minister together flagged off the first cargo train from the terminal. On the occasion, Maruti Suzuki India MD & CEO Hisashi Takeuchi expressed confidence that the terminal would reinforce India's position as a global manufacturing and export hub. 'The project underscores our strong commitment to India's Net Zero emissions target 2070. It will contribute to avoiding 175,000 tonnes of CO2e emissions, saving 60 million litres of fuel annually at full capacity, and reducing road congestion. Lowering carbon emissions remains a top priority at Maruti Suzuki. We aim to achieve this, by increasing the share of vehicle dispatches through railways to 35% by FY 2030-31,' he added.
Time of India
20 hours ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
India's largest auto cargo terminal inaugurated at Maruti Suzuki's Manesar plant
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday inaugurated the country's largest automobile Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal at Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.'s manufacturing facility in Manesar, Haryana. The terminal marks a major milestone under the government's Gati Shakti initiative aimed at boosting integrated and efficient logistics infrastructure. Connected to Patli railway station through a dedicated 10-km rail link, the terminal forms part of the 121.7-km-long Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor being developed by the Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (HRIDC). The project has been built at a total cost of ₹800 crore, with HRIDC contributing ₹684 crore and Maruti Suzuki funding the remainder. With a vehicle loading capacity of 4.5 lakh units per year, the Manesar terminal now holds the distinction of being India's highest-capacity automobile cargo terminal . Speaking at the launch, Minister Vaishnaw highlighted the transformation in Indian Railways over the past decade. 'Before 2014, the annual railway budget was around ₹25,000 crore. Today, it stands at ₹2.5 lakh crore,' he said, adding that over 1,200 general coaches were added in the last year alone. The minister announced plans to upgrade over 100 MEMU (Mainline Electric Multiple Unit) trains to 16–20 coaches to cater to rising short-distance passenger demand. A new MEMU manufacturing facility has also been commissioned in Kazipet, Andhra Pradesh. Vaishnaw shared Indian Railways' impressive performance in FY 2023–24, transporting 720 crore passengers and 1,617 million tonnes of freight—making India the second-largest freight rail network in the world. In a significant change for passengers, the minister announced that from July 1, Tatkal ticket bookings during the first 30 minutes of the window will be restricted to Aadhaar-authenticated and KYC-verified users. Other ongoing reforms include a pilot project in Bikaner Division where reservation charts are prepared 24 hours in advance, compared to the current four-hour window. Vaishnaw also spoke about expanding rail services, noting that three Amrit Bharat trains are operational, with six more to be launched soon. Production of 50 additional trains is underway. Focusing on Haryana's rail infrastructure development, he said the state's railway budget allocation has increased from ₹300 crore in 2014 to ₹3,416 crore in 2024. 'In the last 11 years, 823 km of new rail lines have been built and 100% of Haryana's railway network has been electrified,' he noted. Currently, infrastructure projects worth ₹11,800 crore are being executed in the state, including redevelopment of 34 stations and construction of 540 road overbridges and underpasses. The event saw the presence of Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Industries Minister Rao Narbir Singh, local MLA Mukesh Sharma, and Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. MD & CEO Hisashi Takeuchi.
Time of India
21 hours ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
India's largest automobile cargo terminal inaugurated at Maruti Suzuki's Manesar plant
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday inaugurated the country's largest automobile Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal at Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.'s plant in Manesar, Haryana . The terminal, developed under the Gati Shakti initiative, is connected to the Patli railway station through a dedicated 10-km rail link. The link is part of the 121.7 km-long Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor being built by the Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (HRIDC). The project cost ₹800 crore, with HRIDC contributing ₹684 crore and the remainder funded by Maruti Suzuki. The terminal has a loading capacity of 4.5 lakh vehicles per year, making it the highest among all automobile cargo terminals in India. Speaking at the event, Vaishnaw said the Indian Railways has undergone a major transformation in the past decade. 'Before 2014, the Railways' annual budget was around ₹25,000 crore. Today, it stands at ₹2.5 lakh crore. In the last one year alone, over 1,200 general coaches have been added,' he said. He announced that more than 100 MEMU trains will be upgraded to 16–20 coaches to meet rising demand from short-distance commuters. A new manufacturing facility for MEMU trains has also been set up in Kazipet, Andhra Pradesh. Highlighting Indian Railways' performance, Vaishnaw said around 720 crore passengers and 1,617 million tonnes of freight were transported in FY 2023–24, making India the world's second-largest railway freight mover. The minister also announced a new rule for Tatkal ticket booking, effective from July 1, under which only Aadhaar-authenticated and KYC-verified users can book tickets during the first 30 minutes of the booking window. Vaishnaw spoke about ongoing reforms, including a pilot project in Bikaner Division where reservation charts are being prepared 24 hours in advance, compared to the current 4-hour window. On the expansion of rail services, he said three Amrit Bharat trains are already operational and six more will be launched soon. Production of 50 additional trains is underway. Referring to developments in Haryana, the minister said the annual railway budget allocation for the state has risen from ₹300 crore before 2014 to ₹3,416 crore this year. 'Over the last 11 years, 823 km of new rail lines have been built and 100% of the state's railway network has been electrified,' he added. Infrastructure projects worth ₹11,800 crore are currently underway in Haryana, including the redevelopment of 34 railway stations and construction of 540 road overbridges and underpasses. The event was attended by Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini , Industries Minister Rao Narbir Singh, MLA Mukesh Sharma, and Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. CEO & MD Hisashi Takeuchi.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Railway minister, Haryana CM launch India's largest cargo hub in Manesar
Gurugram Union railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday inaugurated the country's biggest Gati Shakti Multi-Modal cargo terminal in Manesar, Haryana. Developed under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Gati Shakti National Master Plan, the mega facility aims to boost multimodal connectivity and streamline freight movement across the country. Constructed at a cost of ₹117,091 million, the terminal is a joint initiative of the Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (HRIDC) which holds a 55.4% stake, Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC) with 19%, and the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) with 5%. Lauding the rapid transformation of India's railway infrastructure under the current government, the Railway minister, on the occasion, said: 'In just 11 years, the annual railway budget has risen from ₹25,000 crore to ₹2.5 lakh crore. Haryana's allocation alone jumped from ₹315 crore before 2014 to over ₹3,400 crore,' he said. The central minister also announced that 100 new Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU) trains and 50 Namo Bharat passenger trains will be launched. He said, additionally, work is underway to upgrade 34 Amrit Bharat stations across Haryana. The construction of 540 railway overbridges and underpasses has also been completed in the state. Vaishnaw also confirmed full electrification of Haryana's rail lines, and revealed plans to modernise the railway factory in Sonipat. Stating that the 823 km of new tracks laid in Haryana surpass the rail network of the United Arab Emirates, he said that work is underway to develop 34 Amrit Bharat stations in the state. On the occasion, chief minister Saini described the terminal as a 'milestone in Haryana's development journey' and a critical step toward realising the Prime Minister's vision of a developed India. 'This isn't just steel and concrete. It is a symbol of our nation's progress,' he said. The terminal will connect vehicle consignments from Maruti's Manesar and Gurugram plants to 17 hubs across 380 Indian cities, as well as export destinations via ports like Pipavav and Mundra, said Saini. Stating that Haryana has emerged as the country's leading automobile manufacturing hub, producing nearly 50% of India's cars, he said: 'The internal railway siding built by HRIDC at Maruti is a testimony to our 'ease of doing business' commitment.' Later, the CM and the union minister together flagged off the first cargo train from the terminal. On the occasion, Maruti Suzuki India MD & CEO Hisashi Takeuchi expressed confidence that the terminal would reinforce India's position as a global manufacturing and export hub. 'The project underscores our strong commitment to India's Net Zero emissions target 2070. It will contribute to avoiding 175,000 tonnes of CO2e emissions, saving 60 million litre of fuel annually at full capacity, and reducing road congestion. Lowering carbon emissions remains a top priority at Maruti Suzuki. We aim to achieve this, by increasing the share of vehicle dispatches through railways to 35% by FY 2030-31,' he added.
