(a) whether this Ministry is in association with the Indian Railways has planned a
network of dedicated freight trains to facilitate transportation of perishable commodities
across long distances;
(b) if so, the details thereof, State-wise; and
(c) the other steps taken/proposed to be taken to provide adequate transportation of
perishable commodities including horticulture across the country in the coming year?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING
INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): Yes, Madam.
(b): A multi model containerized transport system for fresh horticulture produce
between Mumbai-Bhusawal-Azadpur designed and trial run has been conducted.
(c): The Ministry has designated Fresh and Healthy Enterprise Limited (a
subsidiary of Container Corporation of India Limited) to provide adequate
transportation of perishable commodities including horticulture across the country.