East Coast Railway achieves 11.33pc freight growth, steady revenue surge in H1 FY26

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

BHUBANESWAR, OCTOBER 8, 2025

East Coast Railway (ECoR) has delivered a strong performance in both freight and passenger segments during the first half (April–September) of the financial year 2025-26, registering substantial year-on-year growth across key indicators.

During this period, ECoR achieved freight loading of 137.6 million tonnes, marking an impressive 11.33 per cent increase over 123.6 million tonnes recorded in the corresponding period of the previous year.

Freight operations continued to be a major revenue driver, generating ₹14,162.58 crore, a 10.57 per cent rise from ₹12,808.30 crore last year. The zone’s overall gross revenue reached ₹15,571.08 crore, reflecting a 9.45 per cent growth compared to ₹14,227.18 crore in the same period of FY 2024-25.

On the passenger front, ECoR transported 48.21 million passengers between April and September 2025, up 5.81 per cent from 45.56 million in the previous year, underscoring its consistent operational efficiency and improved service delivery.

The steady growth across both freight and passenger services is credited to strategic planning, enhanced operational management, and close coordination with major freight customers in sectors like coal, iron ore, cement, and fertilizers.

Continuing its pivotal role in bolstering India’s logistics and supply chain ecosystem, East Coast Railway remains a key contributor to the nation’s economic growth and seamless connectivity.