NewzVille Desk
Indian Railways’ freight operations in February 2026 recorded steady growth compared with the same period last year, reflecting the sustained demand for rail-based logistics across sectors.
Indian Railways carried 137.72 million tonnes of freight, during February 2026, registering a 3.96% increase compared to 132.48 million tonnes in February 2025.
Freight revenue during the month stood at ₹14,571.99 crore, up from ₹14,151.96 crore in the corresponding month last year, reflecting a 2.97% increase.
Railways also recorded strong performance in terms of transport output. Net Tonne Kilometres (NTKM), which is a key indicator of freight movement, reached 76,007 million NTKM in February 2026, compared with 72,955 million NTKM in February 2025, registering a 4.18% growth.
During the month, Indian Railways transported large volumes of coal, iron ore, finished steel, fertilizers, cement and container traffic.
Growth in commodities such as finished steel, iron ore and fertilizers contributed significantly to the overall freight performance.
