The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has reported steady growth in freight loading for October 2024, with 0.782 million tonnes of goods transported across various commodities. This marks a significant increase in key areas compared to the same period last year.
Cement loading saw the most notable rise, with a growth of 118.8%, while dolomite loading increased by 30.5%. Ballast loading registered a 21.9% increase, and miscellaneous items showed a 19% rise.
The cumulative freight loading for NFR up to October 2024 reached 6.150 million tonnes, reflecting a 6.6% increase over the corresponding period of the previous year.
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This growth highlights the increasing economic activity in the region and reinforces NFR’s role in supporting the movement of essential commodities. The enhanced freight operations have also contributed to significant revenue generation for the railway zone.
NFR is working on technical upgrades to improve the efficiency and reliability of its services, aiming for sustained progress in the region’s freight transportation sector.
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