The New Indian Express ·
Indian Railways records 5.4% growth in freight in August 2026 as key commodity demand rises
NEW DELHI: Indian Railways recorded a 5.4 per cent on-year growth in freight loading in August 2026, loading 137.9 million tonnes compared with 130.9 million tonnes in the same period last year, said the Ministry of Railways in a statement on Sunday. Freight revenue also increased by 6.27 per cent during the month.
According to an official statement shared with the media, "the increase in freight movement was driven by higher demand from key sectors such as coal, iron ore, steel, fertilisers and other commodities."
“...Higher rail freight movement also helps industries access reliable transportation while supporting the movement of essential commodities across regions”, the Indian Railways said.
