Bhubaneswar: East Coast Railway has maintained a strong performance in freight transportation during the first four months of the financial year 2026–27. During the period from April to July 2026, ECoR recorded originating freight loading of 81.40 million tonnes (MT)
The achievement reflects the sustained focus of East Coast Railway on efficient freight operations, optimal utilisation of railway infrastructure and timely movement of freight traffic across its jurisdiction.
The performance assumes significance in the backdrop of the recent reorganisation of the railway network and the formation of the new Rayagada Railway Division.
Among the divisions, Khurda Road Division handled 59.02 MT, while Rayagada Division recorded 13.71 MT and Sambalpur Division handled 8.67 MT during April–July 2026.
The newly formed Rayagada Railway Division has made a significant contribution to the freight performance of East Coast Railway. During April–July 2026, the division handled 13.71 MT of originating freight, reflecting its growing role in freight transportation within the reorganised railway network.
In July 2026 alone, Rayagada Division handled 3.14 MT of freight. Iron ore continued to be one of the major commodities handled by the division, with 2.28 MT loaded during the month. Bauxite loading stood at 0.19 MT.
During April–July 2026, East Coast Railway’s freight loading comprised 59.02 MT by Khurda Road Division, 13.71 MT by Rayagada Division and 8.67 MT by Sambalpur Division, taking the Zone’s total originating freight loading to 81.40 MT.
The performance highlights the coordinated efforts of the Operating, Commercial, Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical and other departments of East Coast Railway in ensuring smooth and efficient freight operations.
The General Manager, East Coast Railway, appreciated the dedicated efforts of officers and staff across the Zone and called upon all concerned to sustain the momentum in freight transportation, further improve operational efficiency and strengthen customer-oriented freight services.
