First-ever 42 BCN food grain rake reaches Anantnag Railway Station in Kashmir Valley: Railways ensures uninterrupted supply despite adverse weather conditions

Jammu,  24 January 2026, The Jammu Division of Northern Railway, under the guidance of Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Mr. Uchit Singhal and Divisional Railway Manager, is achieving historic milestones day by day in strengthening the food grain distribution network in Jammu and Kashmir.  In a revolutionary step, for the first time, a 42 BCN food grain rake arrived at Anantnag Goods Terminal from Sangrur Goods Shed of Ambala Division.
Despite disruptions in unloading activities due to adverse weather conditions, the first full rake of food grains (rice) was successfully unloaded at Anantnag Railway Station today.
This 42 BCN goods train rake was loaded from Sangrur Goods Shed of Ambala Division in collaboration with the Food Corporation of India (FCI) and reached Anantnag Goods Terminal in record time, within 24 hours. This is the first time that a full rake of 42 wagons has reached the Kashmir Valley directly, carrying approximately 2768 tonnes of rice.

Recent rains/snowfall and adverse weather conditions were hindering the unloading process. However, under the guidance of Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, Mr. Uchit Singhal, railway employees showed promptness and completed the unloading process smoothly.

This success will increase the availability of food grains in the valley and reduce the pressure on NH-44.

According to Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, Mr. Uchit Singhal, this achievement enhances the logistics capacity of the Kashmir Valley and ensures an uninterrupted supply of essential commodities for local traders and the general public.
Northern Railway is committed to promoting food security and economic development in Jammu and Kashmir, especially during the winter months when road routes are often closed. This swift action by the railways is proving to be a game-changer.

Earlier, a full rake of 21 BCN wagons carrying food grains was successfully handled for the first time at Anantnag Goods Terminal.