HT Bureau
GUWAHATI, Jan 24: Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is working round the clock to serve its customers and ensure the prompt delivery of essential commodities. During December 2025, NFR achieved a total freight loading of 0.952 million tonnes (MT), marking an 8.4% increase over the corresponding period of the previous year. Cumulatively, up to December of the current fiscal, NFR loaded 8.250 million tonnes, surpassing last year’s 7.729 million tonnes and registering a growth of 6.7%.
In December 2025, several commodities witnessed significant growth compared to the same month last year. Cement loading surged by 148.0%, while fertiliser loading rose by 350.0%. Dolomite loading increased by 14.6% and container loading recorded a jump of 13.3%. In the “Others” segment, stone chips rose by 92.6% and miscellaneous loading improved by 350.0%, reflecting higher demand and movement of construction-related materials across the region.
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The consistent growth in freight loading reflects rising economic activity in the Northeast. This upward trend has strengthened the region’s economic landscape and contributed significantly to NFR’s revenue. Moving forward, NFR remains committed to technical advancements aimed at enhancing service reliability and efficiency, ensuring sustained growth in freight transportation.
