Indian Railways’ Passenger Traffic Rises 5% in FY25, Freight Loading Up 1.68%
Indian Railways recorded a 5% increase in passenger traffic in FY25, driven by a surge in reserved class travel. A total of 715 crore passengers traveled between April 1, 2024, and March 31, 2025, marking a significant boost in railway usage.
Key Highlights of FY25 Performance
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Passenger Growth: Indian Railways saw a 5% rise in overall passenger traffic, with higher demand for reserved class travel.
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Freight Loading Increase: The freight sector also expanded, with a 1.68% YoY growth, supporting economic and industrial activity.
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Improved Services: Investments in new trains, improved punctuality, and better amenities contributed to the rising demand.
What’s Driving Growth?
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The introduction of Vande Bharat Express and more premium trains has attracted passengers to reserved class travel.
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Rising urbanization and increased railway connectivity have boosted passenger numbers.
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Growth in the freight sector indicates strengthening industrial production and logistics efficiency.
Future Outlook
With upcoming railway infrastructure projects, new train launches, and modernization initiatives, passenger and freight traffic is expected to maintain an upward trend in the coming years.
