Indian Railways Sets All-Time High Coal Loading Record in October 2026 (Till 18th)

Indian Railways achieved an all-time record in coal loading, registering a 22.5% growth in October 2026 up to 18th October compared to the previous year, dispatching 87 more coal rakes per day. During the first half of FY 2026-27, an average of 430 coal rakes per day were dispatched to thermal power plants, a 7.1% increase over the corresponding period last year. Coal rake dispatches also increased by 14% per day in September 2026 compared to September 2025. This transportation is supported by coordination between the Ministry of Railways, Ministry of Coal, and Ministry of Power to meet the country's energy requirements and maintain coal stocks amid rising energy consumption, higher industrial production, and deficient rainfall.