Kalyani Cast Tech Limited has received registration for the development of a Private Freight Terminal Project at Shivlakha, Bhachau, Kachchh, Gujarat. The Industries Commissionerate, Government of Gujarat, granted the registration vide Letter No. IC/0335/08/2026 dated August 14, 2026, under the Gujarat Integrated Logistics and Logistics Park Policy 2021.

The proposed infrastructure development marks a strategic expansion into logistics and cargo-handling facilities for the company. The project site spans 233,304 square metres near National Highway No-41.

Project Cost Breakdown

The total project cost stands at ₹110 crore. Of this amount, ₹80 crore is classified as eligible project cost, which qualifies for financial assistance or subsidy subject to prescribed eligibility conditions. Land costs are excluded from the eligible portion.

Regulatory Conditions

The registration is provisional and contingent upon adherence to the terms of Government Resolution No. GID-102021-560-I-1 dated July 31, 2021. Key conditions include:

• The developer must obtain all necessary environmental and statutory clearances.
• Third-party quality assurance (TPQA) certificates must be submitted with each subsidy claim.
• The project must include essential infrastructure such as internal roads, power substations, water distribution, and sewage facilities.
• Incentives availed under this scheme preclude eligibility for other state government schemes for the same project, though central government assistance remains permissible provided total aid does not exceed 60% of the eligible project cost.

What the Numbers Show

The exclusion of land costs (₹2,000 lakh) and other fixed assets (₹1,000 lakh) from the eligible project cost indicates that the potential subsidy is strictly capped at ₹80 crore, representing approximately 73% of the total capital outlay. This structure aligns with standard state policy frameworks that incentivize physical infrastructure and equipment deployment rather than land acquisition.

Kalyani Cast Tech Limited announced that its subsidiary, KMT Engineering Private Limited, has secured approval from Western Railway to commission its Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal (GCT) at Shivlakha Station in Gujarat. The commissioning, effective from August 06, 2026, marks a strategic expansion of the company’s logistics infrastructure, aimed at enhancing cargo handling efficiency and reducing overall logistics costs.

The approval was granted under Advance Rates Notification No. 72 (Goods) of 2026, issued by Western Railway on August 06, 2026. The notification confirms the commercial operational status of the terminal located at the Shivlakha (KEGS) station over the PNU - SIOB section of the Ahmedabad Division. The facility is commissioned on a non-interlocking basis for an initial period of six months, during which the division must complete pending issues, including the signing of the GCT Agreement.

Terminal Specifications and Operations

The newly commissioned terminal has been assigned the Alpha & Numerical Code KEGS / 08524078 and operates with a track capacity of CC+8. The terminal functions on a 'Non-TDB & Non-EOL' basis, meaning freight charges are levied up to Shivlakha station. Beyond this serving station, siding charges will apply based on the actual utilization of engines and movement patterns.

Operational Guidelines

Until the installation of Electronic Integrated Weighbridge (EIMWB) at the KEGS GCT, weighment of rakes will be conducted at the EIMWB facilities of Samkhiali (SIOB) and Adesar (AAR), depending on the direction of movement. Similarly, until the Freight Operational Information System (FOIS) is installed at the terminal, Samkhiali (SIOB) serves as the Nodal Station for Train Management System (TMS) working. All concerned parties are directed to comply with the Railway Board’s guidelines regarding rake weighment on notified weighbridges.

Strategic Implications

The commissioning of this multi-modal cargo terminal aligns with Kalyani Cast Tech Limited’s broader strategy to optimize supply chain logistics. By establishing direct rail connectivity through a dedicated GCT, the company anticipates improved turnaround times for cargo handling. The initial six-month temporary opening allows for the resolution of technical and administrative prerequisites, after which a fresh proposal will be submitted for permanent operation. This infrastructure addition supports the company’s operational resilience by diversifying its logistics channels and potentially lowering dependency on road transport for heavy cargo movements.