Haryana CM flags off first goods train from rail yard at Integrated Multi Modal Logistics Hub in Mahendragarh district

Rail Link Inaugurated at Nangal Chaudhary

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini flagged off the first freight train from the newly constructed rail yard of the Integrated Multi-Modal Logistics Hub (IMLH) in Nangal Chaudhary, Mahendragarh district, on Saturday. The event marked the operationalisation of rail connectivity at the hub, which is being developed as a key component of the state's logistics infrastructure. The rail link, built at an estimated cost of around 280 crore, integrates the hub with the national freight network, improving the movement of goods between western ports and the National Capital Region (NCR).

The project, spanning 886 acres in two phases, has its first phase covering 408 acres completed at a cost of roughly 1,300 crore, as per reports from multiple sources. Once fully operational, the hub is expected to handle approximately 2 million containers annually, according to the chief minister, speaking to officials and media.

CM's Vision: New Economic Momentum

In his address, Saini described the flag-off as a 'green signal' for a new phase of Haryana's economic growth. "Today, it is not merely a freight train that has been flagged off; the new economic momentum of Haryana has received the green signal," he said, as quoted by Hindustan Times and Lokmat Times. The chief minister also said that Nangal Chaudhary would emerge as a new economic hub, and Haryana would shift from being only a producer of goods to a major hub for connecting products to global and domestic markets.

Saini credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership for the project, asserting it reflected the 'Viksit Bharat' vision. "It is all happening with the blessings and under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This is the very embodiment of the Prime Minister's vision of a 'Viksit Bharat'," he said, as reported by ANI. He also acknowledged theKhattar solution by former Chief Minister Manohar Lal, who laid the foundation for the project, according to multiple sources. The project is intended to play a role in achieving the 'Viksit Bharat by 2047' goal.

The chief minister said the hub would benefit key sectors such as automobiles, machinery, garments, and agriculture, with faster movement and reduced costs. He also emphasised the integrated rail and road connectivity, contributing to a more efficient supply chain.

Infrastructure and Investment Push

The state-level programme was organised by the Industries and Commerce Department, HSIIDC, and DFCCIL, as noted by CNBC TV18. Amid the event, Saini encouraged entrepreneurs to participate in tenders under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, highlighting that several major private-sector investors had shown interest in the project. He also highlighted Haryana's highway network, stating that no district is left without four-lane highways or expressways. He pointed out that travel from Chandigarh to Nangal Chaudhary, which took around 10 hours, has been significantly reduced because of the expressways.

The project also emphasised the state's journey in improving with basic infrastructure like roads, electricity, and water at the site. Beyond this, the project is counted among the country's 50 major infrastructure projects, as mentioned by The Times of India, and is expected to create large-scale employment for local youth and traders.

Government and Regional Impact

The development of the IMLH is part of a broader push by the state government to position Haryana as a leading manufacturing and logistics destination. Officials indicated that the completion of Phase-I would pave the way for Phase-II, with land acquisition and infrastructure works underway. The project is expected to be a milestone for Haryana and the adjoining Rajasthan, as Saini noted, and will benefit Mahendragarh, Rewari, and surrounding regions by enabling agricultural and industrial goods to reach the Mumbai port and global markets more efficiently.

Saini also said that the Nangal Chak region held an important place in Prime Minister Modi's development priorities, underscoring the national importance of the investment in the region. The event was attended by Industries Minister Rao Narbir Singh, Narnaul MLA Om Parkash Yadav, and Mahendragarh MLA Kanwar Singh Yadav, as reported by Hindustan Times.

Logistics Hub Features: Capacity and Connectivity

The hub is equipped with advanced systems for freight movement, storage, loading and unloading, and rapid dispatch, which will reduce logistics costs and transit time for industries. The railway connectivity, along with the proposed phases, is expected to streamline the movement of goods, making the region a major economic ecosystem. Hindustan Times reported that the hub is expected to become one of North India's largest logistics hubs, strengthening the state's economy and providing new avenues for trade andemployment.

Political Note

In his remarks, Saini took a swipe at the opposition, saying that people would no longer be misled by 'false claims and deceptive narratives', hinting at a political divide over the government's achievements. This comment came in the same address where he highlighted the infrastructure expansions of the state.

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