Eastern Railway has increased its earnings by using vacant land and station resources more effectively. The railway recorded a 33.32% jump in non-fare revenue for the financial year 2025-26. This strategic move brought in an additional 204 crore rupees compared to the previous year. The money will be used to improve facilities for passengers.
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How much did Eastern Railway earn from non-fare sources?
The railway earned ₹204.72 crore in non-fare revenue during 2025-26. This is a significant increase from the ₹153.55 crore earned in the 2024-25 financial year. Dr. Uday Shankar Jha, Principal Chief Commercial Manager, stated that this growth happened due to better asset management and new innovation-based schemes.
Which sectors contributed most to this income growth?
The increase came from multiple services provided at stations and on railway land. The railway used an e-auction process to keep the contracts transparent, which helped them beat their targets by 14%.
| Service Category | Revenue Increase (%) |
|---|---|
| Catering Services | 97% |
| Non-fare Revenue Info System | 43.65% |
| Advertising and Promotions | 31% |
| Paid Toilet Facilities | 17.07% |
| Parking Facilities | 7.55% |
What new facilities were added at the stations?
Eastern Railway signed over 160 new contracts worth ₹41.31 crore to improve station amenities. These include 61 medical stores, 20 mobile food vans, 13 kiosks for mobiles and accessories, and 11 retail stores. Around 58 other service contracts were also awarded to make travel easier for the public.