Indian Railways begins freight operations from Nagaland

By Admin

04 Oct, 2025

Indian Railways has achieved another milestone in its mission to strengthen connectivity in the Northeast with the commencement of freight train services from Nagaland. The new operations began from Molvom station in September, marking a significant step towards integrating the region’s economy with the national freight network.

The first inbound consignment, consisting of 41 wagons loaded with cement from Telangana, arrived at Molvom on September 24. Just a few days later, on September 29, the first outbound freight service was flagged off, carrying 42 wagons of stone chips to Jirania. This successful movement of goods represents the beginning of a new era for trade and logistics in Nagaland.

This development closely follows the recent progress in neighboring Mizoram, where both passenger and freight operations were inaugurated with the launch of the Bairabi–Sairang rail line by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Mizoram’s Sairang station has witnessed increasing freight activity, with eight rakes unloaded in September alone, including cement, stone chips, automobiles, ready-mix concrete, and sand. Notably, on September 19, the state dispatched its first parcel consignment a shipment of Anthurium flowers to Delhi’s Anand Vihar Terminal via the Sairang–Anand Vihar Rajdhani Express.

According to Indian Railways, these developments highlight the transformative impact of improved rail connectivity in the Northeast. The expansion of both passenger and cargo services is expected to boost regional trade, connect local industries to larger markets, and create new economic opportunities for people in the region.

With Nagaland joining the freight network, Indian Railways continues its mission to bring the Northeast closer to the national growth story driving development, facilitating commerce, and promoting inclusive progress across India’s frontier states.