Jammu Division Delivers Full Rake of Foodgrains to Kashmir Valley
Jammu Division of Northern Railway Facilitates First Full Railway Rake (of Foodgrains to Kashmir Valley (Image Railways)
Jammu Division facilitates first-ever full rake of rice at the Anantnag goods shed from Sangrur rail terminal in Punjab
By TRH News Desk
New Delhi, January 24, 2026 — The Jammu Division of Northern Railway has facilitated the arrival of the first-ever full railway rake of foodgrains (rice) at the Anantnag goods shed from Sangrur rail terminal in Punjab. This marks a significant leap toward strengthening the food security and logistics infrastructure in the Kashmir valley.
Earlier, the valley received a mini rake—consisting of 21 wagons carrying 1,384 tons—this achievement marks the transition to high-capacity rail transport. “Following extensive deliberations with the Food Corporation of India (FCI) aimed at optimizing logistics and reducing transportation costs, a full-scale operation was greenlit,” said the Northern Railways in a media statement.
The full rake comprised 42 wagons, carrying a total of 2,768 metric tons of rice. “The consignment was loaded at the Sangrur rail terminal in Punjab on January 21 and reached Anantnag in less than 24 hours, demonstrating unprecedented efficiency in the supply chain,” added the Railways.
Despite a brief delay in unloading yesterday due to inclement weather, the handling operations were successfully completed today, it said.
“This milestone is expected to revolutionize the distribution network in the Kashmir Valley,” said the Railways. By transitioning from mini rakes and road transport to full-capacity railway wagons, Railway department ensures cost efficiency and significant reduction in overall logistics and freight expenses.
“A faster, more reliable method to maintain buffer stocks in the valley will also be possible. Reduced reliance on heavy truck traffic via the national highway will ease environment distress,” added the Railways.
This facilitation serves as a testament to the coordination between the Railways, FCI, and the Jammu & Kashmir administration to ensure the seamless delivery of essential commodities to the public, added the Railways.
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