Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Central Railway Milestones in Automobile Loading
Central Railway has started loading automobiles from two new places: Bhigwan in Solapur Division and Bhusawal in Bhusaval Division.
This is a big deal because it means they can now carry more types of goods and make more money.
The first load from Bhigwan went to Assam and made ₹21 lakh.
The first load from Bhusawal went to Bengaluru and made ₹14.82 lakh.
They are also getting ready for a big event in Nashik in 2027, which will help them carry even more automobiles.
This shows that Central Railway is working hard to improve its services and make transportation better for everyone.
Central Railway has started loading automobiles from Bhigwan Goods Shed in Solapur Division and Bhusawal Goods Shed in Bhusaval Division.
The first automobile loading from Bhigwan generated ₹21 lakh in freight revenue and was sent to Assam.
The first automobile loading from Bhusawal generated ₹14.82 lakh in freight revenue and was sent to Bengaluru.
Bhigwan Goods Shed has seen significant infrastructure development, including a new handling line and circulating area.
Central Railway aims to diversify its freight traffic and enhance customer convenience through these new initiatives.
- Who
- Central Railway
- What
- Commencement of automobile loading from Bhigwan Goods Shed and Bhusawal Goods Shed
- When
- 19th July 2026 (Solapur Division), 24th July 2026 (Bhusaval Division)
- Where
- Bhigwan Goods Shed (Solapur Division), Bhusawal Goods Shed (Bhusaval Division)
- Why
- To diversify freight traffic, enhance customer convenience, and create new revenue opportunities
Infrastructure Development
Freight Diversification
Infrastructure Enhancements
Infrastructure Development
Bhigwan Goods Shed has seen significant infrastructure development, including the opening of a handling line for freight customers and the development of a circulating area and approach road.
Freight Diversification
The infrastructure enhancements have enabled the commencement of automobile loading, diversifying the freight traffic and generating new revenue streams.
Future Growth Prospects
Infrastructure Development
The infrastructure at Bhigwan Goods Shed has been developed to handle various types of freight, including coal and iron bars, in addition to automobiles.
Freight Diversification
The future potential for automobile traffic from Bhigwan is promising, with 26 indents already registered for automobile loading through NMG rakes.
- First Automobile Loading Date (Solapur Division)
- 19th July 2026
- First Automobile Loading Date (Bhusaval Division)
- 24th July 2026
- Freight Revenue (Solapur Division)
- ₹21 lakh
- Freight Revenue (Bhusaval Division)
- ₹14.82 lakh
- Number of Automobiles Loaded per Rake
- 100
- Expected Earnings per Rake (Bhigwan)
- ₹16 lakh to ₹22 lakh
- Proposed Event for Freight Expansion
- Simhastha Kumbh Mela at Nashik in July 2027