Railways Operations - Efficiency of Goods and Passengers
• The average freight rate per tonne-km showed a steady rise from ₹157.5 in 2020 to ₹190.81 by October 2024, indicating improved revenue efficiency from goods transport.
• In contrast, the average fare per passenger-km increased sharply during the pandemic (₹44.1 to ₹66) and has since remained stable around ₹66, reflecting consistent pricing despite growing passenger numbers.
| Year | 01-03-2019 | 01-03-2020 | 01-03-2021 | 01-03-2022 | 01-03-2023 | 01-03-2024 | 01-10-2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average rate/tonne km. | 165.9 | 157.5 | 160.8 | 159.8 | 166.9 | 170.31 | 190.81 |
| Average rate per passenger km. | 44.1 | 48.2 | 66 | 66.44 | 66.13 | 66.40 | 66.25 |
Units: Paise
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