Kashmir Impulse Desk

Srinagar, June 7

Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) maintained strong freight operations in May, unloading 1034 freight rakes across its network as it began the 2026-27 financial year, according to an official statement.

The railway zone handled the transportation of a range of essential and industrial commodities during the month, including food grains, food-grade items, fertilisers, sugar, coal, salt, petroleum products and other goods, ensuring timely supply across the region.

According to the statement, Assam accounted for the highest share of freight unloading with 557 rakes, comprising 271 rakes carrying essential commodities and 286 rakes carrying non-essential goods.

The railway said the freight movement played a key role in supporting public distribution systems, industrial activities and consumer demand across the state.

Among other northeastern states, Tripura recorded the unloading of 74 rakes, followed by Nagaland with 34, Manipur with 20, Arunachal Pradesh with 10, Mizoram with eight and Meghalaya with one rake.

Outside the Northeast, West Bengal recorded the unloading of 196 freight rakes, while Bihar accounted for 134 rakes carrying both essential and industrial commodities.

NFR said the movement of essential commodities and industrial goods remained critical for meeting public requirements and supporting economic activity across the region.

The railway attributed the performance to close monitoring and coordinated efforts by field units, which helped improve turnaround times and unloading efficiency.

The freight operations underscore the role of NFR in strengthening supply chains, enhancing trade connectivity and supporting socio-economic development across the Northeast and adjoining regions, the statement said.