The Economic Times

6.14% growth registered in freight loading in September 2026 over September 2025: Indian Railways

Indian Railways reported loading 135.35 million tonnes of freight in September 2026, marking significant growth. This represents a 6.14 per cent increase compared to September 2025, highlighting strong performance in key commodity segments. Foodgrain loading saw a notable rise of 25 per cent during the same period. Freight revenue also increased by Rs 1,266 crore, indicating a 9.3 per cent growth rate.