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Northeast Rail Links Strengthened With First Freight Trains From Nagaland And Mizoram
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Indian Railways (IR) has expanded its presence in Northeast India with the commencement of freight train operations from Nagaland, following the successful launch of passenger and cargo services in Mizoram, the Indian Express reported.
Rail connectivity in Mizoram was established after Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Bairabi–Sairang rail line project on 13 September.
In September, the Ministry of Railways began freight operations from Molvom station in Nagaland.
The first inward rake, comprising 41 wagons of cement from Telangana, reached Molvom on 24 September.
This was soon followed by the first outward rake on 29 September, carrying 42 wagons of stone chips from Molvom to Jirania.
Mizoram has also seen significant freight activity.
Subsequent rakes included three of stone chips, one each of automobiles, RMC, and sand from Bairabi.
Additionally, the first parcel consignment from Sairang was booked on 19 September, transporting Anthurium flowers to Anand Vihar Terminal via the parcel van of Train No. 20507 (Sairang–Anand Vihar Terminal, Delhi) Rajdhani Express.
In a statement, Indian Railways highlighted the broader impact of these developments: “The growing demand for both passenger and freight services showcases how railway connectivity is transforming lives in the Northeast. Beyond convenience, these new links promise economic growth, better market access for local products, and new opportunities for trade and employment.”
With freight and passenger services now operational in both Mizoram and Nagaland, the national transporter is poised to strengthen trade, enhance market connectivity, and contribute to economic development across the region.
