Five Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals inaugurated In Gujarat

Why in News?

Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated and dedicated five Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals (GCTs) in Gujarat , to enhance freight connectivity.

Key Details

With these additions, 150 Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals have been commissioned across India.
The GCT network is intended to attract industry investment and improve rail-linked cargo movement.

Exam Connect

GCT Policy → launched December 2021 → encourages industry investment in cargo terminals → aims to reduce logistics costs
PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan → launched October 13, 2021 → integrated multimodal infrastructure planning