Railways Set Record Freight Haul: A Milestone in Logistics

The Railway Ministry announced a record of 1,670 million tonnes in freight transport, marking a 3.25% growth. This success reflects enhancements in efficiency and capacity, with notable growth in sectors like fertilizers and steel. Regional highlights include strong performance in South Western and North Central regions.

On Wednesday, the Railway Ministry announced a significant achievement in cargo transport, setting a new record by hauling 1,670 million tonnes of freight. This represents a 3.25% increase from the previous year, highlighting sustained operational efficiency and enhanced capacity.

The freight performance was supported by a 4.56% rise in wagon numbers, underscoring the increasing demand for reliable and efficient rail-based logistics solutions from key economic sectors. The ministry noted the growing reliance on railways for bulk commodity transportation.

Key sectors driving this growth include fertilizers, with a 13.49% increase, and steel at 13.11%. Zone-wise, South Western Railway saw the highest growth, followed by North Central and East Coast regions, emphasizing ongoing infrastructure development across India.

(With inputs from agencies.)