Indian Railways to revise Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal bid guidelines amid rising

In a strategic push to strengthen port logistics in the supply chain and enhance freight infrastructure, Indian Railways is set to revise bidding guidelines under its Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal (GCT) initiative. The revision comes amid rising demand from private sector players aiming to develop rail-linked terminals that seamlessly connect to shipping ports and freight handling zones across India. The revised policy framework will enable higher premium-based bidding by private investors for the development and operation of GCTs moving away from the earlier model focused on technical evaluations and minimum guaranteed freight traffic. “We are looking to make the guidelines more flexible and commercially viable to attract more investment and ensure faster execution,” said a senior railway official. The policy update aligns with broader national efforts to combat growing challenges