Indian Railways continued its steady growth in both freight and passenger segments in September 2026. The statistics of the first half of the current financial year make it clear that there is a continuous demand for rail transport in the key sectors of the country's economy. In September last year, cargo movement was 127.52 million tonnes, while in September this year, it reached 135.35 million tonnes, registering an increase of 6.14 percent.
Railways have significantly increased coal supply especially to thermal power stations. The average number of coal flakes supplied daily increased from 397 to 443 flakes, showing a growth of 11.6 percent. Mineral oil increased by 6 per cent, finished steel by 5.5 per cent and iron ore by 5.2 per cent. Whereas, Railway 833 for the entire period from April to September 2026.7 million tonnes of cargo, a growth of 4.1 per cent compared to last year.
