New Delhi: The Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) achieved its highest-ever freight train interchange with Indian Railways, with 946 trains interchanged on October 6, 2026.
The latest figure surpassed the previous record of 929 trains, which had been achieved just four days earlier. The milestone highlights the steady improvement in freight operations and coordination between the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) network and the Indian Railways system.
DFCCIL Sets New Record With 946 Train Interchanges
DFCCIL recorded the interchange of 946 freight trains with Indian Railways on October 6, 2026, marking the highest daily interchange achieved so far.
The new record comes shortly after the previous high of 929 trains, demonstrating the continued rise in operational throughput on the freight corridor network.
The key interchange milestones include:
- 903 trains on August 30, 2026
- 929 trains — previous record
- 946 trains on October 6, 2026 — new all-time high
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Rising Train Interchange Reflects Improved Operations
The consistent increase in train interchanges reflects improvements in coordination, capacity utilisation and operational integration between DFCCIL and Indian Railways.
Higher interchange volumes indicate smoother movement of freight trains between the Dedicated Freight Corridor and the wider railway network. This operational integration is important for improving the efficiency and reliability of freight transportation across the country.
Higher Interchange Supports Faster Freight Movement
The latest milestone also highlights the growing efficiency of freight movement on the DFC network. As more freight trains are handled and interchanged with Indian Railways, the network can support the movement of goods with greater speed and reliability.
The continued rise in interchange numbers points to strengthening operational capabilities and better coordination across the freight rail network.
About DFCCIL
Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) is a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Railways. It is responsible for developing and managing dedicated freight corridors to improve freight transportation capacity, enhance operational efficiency and facilitate the movement of goods across India’s railway network.
