Freight operations begin at Heelalige Goods Terminal on Bengaluru–Hosur rail route

Heelalige, located on Bengaluru's outskirts, is expected to cater to the increasing demand for goods transportation in the Bengaluru and Hosur (Tamil Nadu) regions.

Freight operations have officially started at Heelalige Goods Shed, located on the Bengaluru–Hosur rail route.

South Western Railway officials on December 26 said the initiation of goods handling with the first consignment of cement being unloaded at the terminal. “The consignment, comprising 17 BCN (Bogie Covered Wagon) wagons, carried 22,235 bags of cement weighing a total of 1,119.4 tonnes, marking a significant milestone for the newly developed Heelalige Goods Terminal,” said a statement.

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Heelalige, located on the outskirts of Bengaluru, is expected to cater to the increasing demand for goods transportation in the Bengaluru and Hosur (Tamil Nadu) regions.

"Its strategic location and convenient road access via the Dommasandra–Whitefield main road ensure seamless connectivity for lorries and transport vehicles, making it a key facility to decongest goods traffic in and around Bengaluru and Hosur," the statement said.

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The newly developed terminal is expected to emerge as a major hub for goods transportation in the region. “With the capacity to handle full rakes of up to 59 wagons, the terminal is equipped to manage a variety of goods, excluding petroleum and iron ore. Key infrastructure includes high-mast lighting for the loading area, a large circulating area for lorries, and a concreted loading zone, all designed to facilitate efficient operations,” the statement read.

Officials said that the terminal's development aims to ease congestion at the Whitefield Satellite Goods Terminal. “The advanced facilities at the Heelalige Goods Terminal will enable it to manage higher volumes of goods traffic, contributing to enhanced efficiency in freight transport and logistics for the Bengaluru and Hosur regions,” the officials said.

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“The commencement of operations at Heelalige is expected to boost goods handling and logistics for businesses in Bengaluru and Hosur. With its strategic location and potential for growth, it will play a vital role in the region's freight network,” the statement said.

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