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With the rabi sowing season fully underway and record fertiliser imports in India in 2025-26, Indian Railways has witnessed a double-digit percentage growth in fertiliser cargo.
“This year, fertiliser loading reached 17,168 rakes till November 30. This is an increase of 11.7 per cent compared to last year’s 15,369 rakes during the same period. The rise shows the efficient working of the railway network,” the Ministry of Railways said on Monday.
“Farmers need fertilisers on time for sowing and harvesting. Keeping this in mind, Indian Railways has given priority to fertiliser and foodgrain trains. This has ensured uninterrupted supply to
