Bilaspur: A high-level delegation from the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) held a strategic meeting with officials from South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) and South East Central Railway (SECR) to fast-track the execution of the East-West Dedicated Freight Corridor (EWDFC).
The meeting was held in Bilaspur on June 11, 2026, focusing on improving coordination and ensuring timely implementation of one of India’s key freight infrastructure projects.
DFCCIL Delegation Led by Senior Officials
The DFCCIL team was led by:
- Pawan Kumar Rai, Director (Project Planning)
- Sandesh Srivastava, Executive Director (Project)
- Souvik Sengupta, General Manager (Coordination), Kolkata
They met senior officials from SECL and SECR to discuss project execution strategies and coordination mechanisms.
Key Participants from SECL and Railways
The meeting was attended by top officials including:
- Harish Duhan, CMD, SECL
- Tarun Prakash, General Manager, SECR
- Mudit Bhatnagar, Chief Administrative Officer (Construction), SECR
- Ashish Mishra, Chief Project Manager, SECR
- Rakesh Ranjan, Divisional Railway Manager, Bilaspur
The participation of key stakeholders highlighted the importance of inter-agency collaboration for the project.
Focus on Faster Execution of East-West Freight Corridor
Discussions focused on accelerating the implementation of the East-West Dedicated Freight Corridor, with emphasis on:
- Speeding up project execution timelines
- Resolving technical and operational bottlenecks
- Strengthening coordination between agencies
- Ensuring timely completion of infrastructure works
Officials emphasized the need for a unified approach to deliver large-scale national infrastructure projects efficiently.
Boost to Freight Movement and Economic Growth
The East-West Dedicated Freight Corridor is expected to significantly improve India’s freight logistics system by:
- Enhancing cargo transportation efficiency
- Reducing congestion on existing rail routes
- Supporting industrial and economic growth
- Strengthening national logistics infrastructure
The project is seen as a key component of India’s long-term strategy to modernize freight movement and improve supply chain efficiency.
The meeting reaffirmed the commitment of all participating organizations to ensure timely execution of the East-West Dedicated Freight Corridor. Strengthened coordination between DFCCIL, SECL, and SECR is expected to play a crucial role in advancing India’s freight infrastructure transformation.
About DFCCIL
Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited is a government-owned corporation responsible for planning, development, and operation of dedicated freight corridors across India to enhance rail freight capacity and efficiency.
About SECL
South Eastern Coalfields Limited is a leading coal mining company and a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, engaged in coal production and supply to power and industrial sectors across India.
About SECR
South East Central Railway is a zone of Indian Railways responsible for rail operations and infrastructure development in parts of central and eastern India, playing a key role in freight and passenger transport services.
