Firozpur Division Earns ₹91.73 Lakh Exporting LHB Coaches to Bangladesh
The Firozpur Railway Division has achieved a major commercial milestone by generating ₹91.73 lakh in revenue through the export of Indian-made rail coaches to Bangladesh. This successful transaction highlights the growing international demand for Indian railway technology.
Details of the LHB Coach Shipment
Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Sanjeev Kumar confirmed that a specialized rake containing 18 Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches was dispatched from Hussainpur Railway Station. The shipment is destined for the Darshana Railway Station in Bangladesh.
These coaches were manufactured at the Rail Coach Factory (RCF) in Kapurthala, Punjab. To ensure they meet the specific operational standards and passenger requirements of the Bangladesh Railway, the coaches underwent custom modifications before dispatch.
Part of a Massive 200-Coach Project
This shipment is a significant step within a much larger international project. The initiative involves the supply of 200 broad-gauge passenger coaches to Bangladesh, a project supported by funding from the European Investment Bank.
- Manufacturer: Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala
- Coach Type: Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB)
- Revenue: ₹91.73 Lakh
- Route: Hussainpur (India) to Darshana (Bangladesh)
Boosting 'Make in India' Globally
Paramdeep Singh Saini, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (Freight), noted that this achievement was made possible through the consistent efforts of the division's Business Development Unit and strong inter-institutional coordination. This export aligns with the 'Make in India, for the World' vision, aimed at expanding the global presence of indigenous railway technology.
This latest dispatch of 18 coaches