Under the leadership of Divisional Railway Manager Rajesh Verma and Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Dr. Milind Hirwe, IRTS, the Pune Railway Division has successfully exceeded its Goods Traffic revenue target for the financial year 2024-25.
A target of Rs.506.80 crore was set for FY 2024-25, and the division has surpassed it by an impressive 3.4%, reaching a total revenue of Rs.524.14 crore so far, well ahead of the financial year’s conclusion.
The Pune Division has seen significant growth in sugar traffic, leading to a substantial revenue increase:
Last Year (2023-24): 335 rakes dispatched, generating Rs.231.56 crore in revenue.
Current Year (2024-25): 442 rakes loaded, generating Rs.306.41 crore in revenue.
Growth: A 32% increase in sugar traffic.
The Pune Division has successfully introduced molasses as a new traffic stream. Molasses is now being loaded from Miraj, Shrigonda, Belapur, and Karad to various destinations in Southern India (Manamadurai Jn, Chipurupalle, Tiruchchirappalli, Nellaikuppam).
24 rakes of molasses loaded
Revenue generated: Rs.15.15 crore
“This outstanding achievement is a reflection of the dedication and strategic leadership of Sr. Divisional Commercial Manager Dr. Milind Hirwe, Sr. Divisional Operating Manager Dr. Ramdas Bhise, and the entire Pune Division team. Their commitment to operational excellence has been key in driving efficiency and revenue growth. Pune Division is committed to maintaining this momentum and aims to further enhance its revenue performance in the months ahead, continuing to play a crucial role in the success of Indian Railways,” said the press note shared by the Pune Division.
