Guwahati: Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) registered a 12.27% increase in freight unloading during October 2026 with 1,162 rakes unloaded across the zone against 1,035 rakes in October 2025. The improved performance supported the supply of essential commodities and industrial goods to the region.
During the month, NFR handled a wide range of commodities, including food grains, edible oil, fertilizers, sugar, salt, petroleum products, coal and cement at goods sheds and freight terminals across its jurisdiction. These supplies cater to household consumption, agricultural requirements and industrial activities across the region.
A significant share of the freight traffic catered to the requirements of the Northeastern states, with Assam accounting for the highest unloading of 647 rakes. During October 2026, 81 rakes were unloaded in Tripura, 29 rakes in Manipur, 17 rakes in Nagaland, 11 rakes in Mizoram, 10 rakes in Arunachal Pradesh and 1 rake in Meghalaya, supporting the availability of essential and other commodities in these states.
In addition, 205 rakes were unloaded in West Bengal and 161 rakes in Bihar within NFR’s jurisdiction. The movement of these commodities supports regional supply chains, trade and economic activities.
The continued transportation and unloading of essential and industrial commodities underline the role of NFR in meeting the region’s daily requirements. NFR remains focused on efficient freight handling and timely movement of goods to serve consumers, traders and industries.