A proposal has been submitted to establish a dry port in Trichy, positioning the city as a strategic logistics hub for sustainable regional development. The facility, designed as an Inland Container Depot (ICD), would enhance exports and trade by shifting cargo from carbon-intensive road transport to a multimodal logistics system, reducing costs and emissions.

Currently, exporters in Trichy face logistical challenges, including high transport costs and delays, as about 50 containers weighing 25 tonnes each are moved by road to distant harbours every month. A dry port would streamline supply chains, improve competitiveness, and mirror the success of the Tirupur dry port, which supports the Coimbatore–Tirupur industrial belt.

The project would play a key role in creating a net-zero carbon logistics network by transferring goods from road to rail. A single freight train can replace dozens of trucks, significantly cutting vehicular emissions and urban air pollution. This aligns with India’s national agenda for sustainable cities and transport infrastructure.

Beyond trade and environmental benefits, the proposal has a strong social dimension. Trichy, a major agricultural hub, produces millions of tonnes of fruits and vegetables for global export. A dry port would provide affordable export access to farmers and small businesses, driving economic equity.

The submission also requested a railway overbridge to replace a manned level crossing, benefiting around 45 villages. This would improve freight movement, enhance safety, and ensure inclusive mobility for residents, including students and daily commuters.

In essence, the Trichy dry port proposal is about more than logistics — it is a vision for a resilient, equitable and sustainable city, where economic growth, environmental responsibility and social welfare converge.