Title - Rail traffic has grown 16 times since independence

Since Independence rail infrastructure has increased by about four times while rail traffic has grown 16 times.

In an event Railway Board Chairman A K Mital said, “In the fiscal year 2016-17 railway has carried 1,108 million tonnes of goods which is highest ever.”

Railway is hoping that in the upcoming fiscal year of 2017 – 18, performance can be even better. Celebrating 62nd Railway week 188 staff including sports-persons were awarded for their outstanding performance.

Congratulating the awardees for their outstanding performance, Mital said their efficiency will not only encourage all others to emulate them but will also push them to work harder to achieve the goals.