31 December,2025 10:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The Mumbai Division emerged as the top contributor to parcel earnings, a statement said. Representational Pic/File
Central Railway on Wednesday said that it has reported a strong performance in parcel transportation during the Financial Year 2025-26, an official statement said.
Up to November 2025, the zone earned Rs. 183.80 crore from parcel and luggage services, registering a growth of more than 37 per cent compared to the same period last year, it said.
In the previous financial year, Central Railway earned Rs. 133.70 crore, showing a significant rise in revenue due to focused marketing efforts and innovative transport initiatives.
During FY 2025-26 (April to November 2025), Central Railway operated 143 trips of time-tabled parcel trains, including Lease and Indent Parcel Cargo Express services. These services played a key role in boosting parcel movement across the zone.
The Mumbai Division emerged as the top contributor to parcel earnings. It generated Rs. 136.20 crore in FY 2025-26, compared to Rs. 95.20 crore in the previous year, reflecting a growth of over 43 per cent.
The Bhusaval Division recorded the highest percentage growth, with parcel revenue increasing by 93 per cent. Earnings rose from Rs. 8.90 crore in FY 2024-25 to Rs. 17.20 crore in the current financial year.
Other divisions also contributed steadily--
- Pune Division: Rs. 20.20 crore
- Nagpur Division: Rs. 7.60 crore
- Solapur Division: Rs. 2.60 crore
As part of its efforts to support farmers, Central Railway introduced the Shetkari Samruddhi Special parcel train in October 2024. The train operates between Devlali in Maharashtra and Danapur in Bihar, providing affordable transport for perishable agricultural goods.
So far, 63 trips of this special train have been operated. These services have transported over 9,044 tonnes of parcel traffic and earned a revenue of Rs. 3.24 crore, strengthening agricultural logistics and supporting the rural economy.
In November 2025, Central Railway achieved a major milestone by starting the direct transportation of silk cocoons from Solapur and Pandharpur in Maharashtra to Ramanagaram in Karnataka, Asia's largest silk cocoon market.
This first-of-its-kind initiative has so far transported 14,939 kilograms of silk cocoons in 535 packages, providing farmers with direct access to major markets and reducing dependence on middlemen.
Railway officials stated that the growth in parcel revenue is the result of intensive marketing, better customer engagement and innovative freight solutions. These measures have helped Central Railway expand its parcel business while supporting farmers, traders and small businesses, the statement said.
