** IR imported LHB coaches in 1998 with transfer of technology for manufacture of such coaches in India. But hardly about 1000 route kms track permitted 130kmph speed and further about 1000route km of track permitted 110kmph speed. No use of 200kmph potential!! Unless there are suitable tracks.
** IR constructed modern DFC for operating heavily loaded freight trains high speed 100/110kmph. But at the same time, the design, construction, & maintenance practices of the wagon fleet must also be commensurately modernised.
** Holistic approach is required where every project should be...
more... seen in totality so as to maximise the benefits and justify the huge investment.