Indian Railways Plans Dedicated Network to Transport Fly Ash for Construction Use
Indian Railways, led by Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, is developing a dedicated logistics network to transport nearly 340 million tonnes of fly ash generated annually by thermal power plants. This initiative aims to move fly ash efficiently via specialized containers and rail corridors to industries producing cement, bricks, and road materials. By enhancing rail transport, currently limited to about 13 million tonnes, the plan seeks to reduce environmental impact, lower construction material costs, and support sustainable infrastructure development across India.