Dhillon Freight Carrier acquires land in Howrah for new warehouse expansion

KOLKATA : Dhillon Freight Carrier Ltd (DFCL), a regional logistics and transportation solutions provider, has acquired 18,000 sq. ft. of land in Howrah, West Bengal, from South City Anmol Infra Park LLP. The move demonstrates DFCL’s commitment to expanding its warehousing and distribution capabilities in eastern India.

Construction timeline and capacity boost
The company plans to start construction of its new warehouse in the current financial year and complete the project within 10-12 months, subject to government approvals. The new warehouse will enable DFCL to handle larger cargo volumes, streamline supply chain processes, and improve services to its growing client network.

Focus on key industrial clusters
DFCL is investing in a new warehouse to better support clients in key industrial hubs, particularly textile and steel clusters in Chamrail, Howrah, Dankuni, Durgapur, and Uluberia, aiming to provide reliable and scalable logistics solutions.

Leadership perspective
Mukesh Kumar Agarwal, CFO of Dhillon Freight Carrier Limited, said: “With the completion of this project, our company will be well-positioned to manage higher volumes and enhance service levels, particularly for clients from the textile and steel clusters in and around Chamrail, Howrah, Dankuni, Durgapur, and Uluberia.”

Aligned with long-term growth strategy

This initiative marks a significant step in DFCL’s long-term growth strategy. By strengthening its warehousing network, the company will enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. The new facility also aligns with DFCL’s vision of building a robust infrastructure to address India’s rising demand for logistics and supply chain services.

With this expansion, DFCL reaffirms its focus on scalability, efficiency, and customer-centric growth in one of India’s most important industrial regions.