Northeast Frontier Railway achieved a significant milestone on December 15, 2025, by successfully handling the first-ever direct inward automobile rake at Sairang Railway Station in Mizoram. A total of 119 Maruti cars transported from Changsari near Guwahati were delivered by rail, marking a historic step in strengthening logistics connectivity to the northeastern state.
Reducing Road Dependence
The landmark operation enhances goods and vehicle transportation availability in Mizoram while reducing long-distance road dependence. Automobile dealers, service providers, and consumers stand to benefit significantly from the new rail connectivity, supporting regional economic growth.
The successful movement underscores the strategic importance of the 51.38 km Bairabi-Sairang new railway line—a challenging engineering achievement executed through difficult terrain and 45 tunnels under NFR’s jurisdiction.
PM Modi Inaugurated Line in September
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the line on September 13, 2025, fully integrating Mizoram into the national rail network. Since then, NFR has ensured robust passenger services through Rajdhani Express, Mizoram Express, and Sairang-Kolkata Express, all recording high occupancy levels.
Freight Operations Expanding Rapidly
NFR has rapidly expanded freight and parcel operations on the Bairabi-Sairang section, transporting essential commodities including cement, construction materials, automobiles, sand, and stone chips.
The first freight movement on September 14, 2025, carried 21 cement wagons from Assam to Aizawl. The first parcel service on September 19 transported Anthurium flowers to Delhi, opening new market avenues for local producers.
With 17 rakes handled between September and December 2025, NFR continues transforming Mizoram into a reliable logistics hub, reaffirming its commitment towards inclusive development and regional integration.
