Passenger, goods transport revenue up in Trichy division
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at the railway stadium in Kallukuzhi. Divisional railway manager (DRM) Balak Ram Negi hoisted the national flag and took the salute at the ceremonial parade performed by Railway Protection Force (RPF).
The DRM said in his speech that the division handled 1.39 crore passengers between April and July 2025, generating a revenue of Rs187.4 crore.
The revenue from passenger movement is about 5.8% higher than the earnings in the corresponding period last year (April to July 2024). In the transportation of goods, the division loaded 5 million tonnes (MT) from April to July 2025, earning Rs318.9 crore. This was an increase of 31.6% in earnings compared to the same period last year, the DRM said.
He said Trichy division crossed 5 million tonnes in a record 122 days, the fastest in its history.
Between April and July 2025, a penalty of Rs4 crore was collected from passengers travelling without a ticket, with improper tickets, or with excess luggage. In this financial year, the division achieved 94.2% punctuality for Express/Passenger/TOD (Train on Demand), a 6% increase when compared to the corresponding period last year.
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On future plans, division sources said that 14 lifts and 12 escalators are planned to be commissioned in coming months at various stations.
As part of promoting energy efficiency, a total of 216 conventional fans were replaced with BLDC fans, resulting in an annual saving of Rs5.2 lakh. A dog show by Rocky and Lucky of the RPF dog squad was also performed. The trained canines showcased agility and discipline.
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