The document summarizes India's private container train operator (CTO) policy and provides details on major CTOs in India. Key points:
- The 2006 policy opened rail container transport to private companies with annual turnover over $1.4 million. Permission was for 20 years, extendable to 30.
- The rail network was divided into four categories based on routes. Registration fees ranged from $500k to $1.4 million depending on routes.
- Major current CTOs include Adani Logistics, CONCOR, Container Rail Road Services, Freightstar, Gateway Rail, Hind Terminals, and IndiaLinx. They operate routes between ports and inland container depots.