Infrastructure & Connectivity
Weekly Roundup
Weekly Brief — Infrastructure & Connectivity
Logistics & Infrastructure Expansion Update
This report covers National Highways, Railways, and Gati Shakti initiatives from August 10, 2026, to August 17, 2026. Findings focus on extensive land acquisition for new Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs) and the commissioning of 142 Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminals (GCTs).
Key Statistics
| 142 | 45% | 313 km |
|---|---|---|
| Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals Commissioned | Target Rail Freight Share by 2030 | Bhusawal-Badnera-Wardha 3rd/4th Line Length |
Weekly Executive Summary
- The Ministry of Railways accelerated land acquisition for the Dankuni-Surat Dedicated Freight Corridor, affecting Hooghly (WB) and Dhule (MH) districts.
- The Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal (GCT) policy reached a milestone with 142 terminals commissioned to enhance private investment in cargo infrastructure. (Ref)
- Multiple Section 3D notifications were issued for National Highways including NH-160A in Maharashtra and NH-123 in Uttarakhand, transitioning projects from intention to formal acquisition.
Deep Dive: Key Developments
Expansion of Dankun…
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