Indian Railways is preparing to transport the famous Shahi Litchi from Muzaffarpur to major cities across the country. The booking process will officially start on May 15 at Muzaffarpur Junction, ensuring that the fruit reaches markets like Mumbai in good condition. The Samastipur Railway Division has made special arrangements to help farmers and traders move their produce efficiently.
What are the booking and loading arrangements?
A dedicated booking counter has been set up near the new Engineering Department building at Dharmshala Chowk. This counter will operate from 6 AM to 10 PM daily. Farmers and traders can get their litchi weighed at this office and then proceed to the saloon siding for loading into high-capacity Parcel Vans (VP). The Samastipur Railway Division has scheduled the start of these VP services for May 15.
How will payments and logistics be handled?
To make the process easier, the railway has introduced digital payment options. Parcel Incharge Bharat Kumar confirmed that QR codes will be used for payments, which will go directly into the railway account. This removes the need for cash transactions and speeds up the booking process. Some initial shipments have already been sent to Delhi and Lucknow via trains like Swatantrata Senani Express, while ten cartons were recently sent to Mumbai via Pawan Express.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Booking Start Date | May 15 |
| Booking Hours | 6 AM to 10 PM |
| Booking Location | Engineering Dept Building, Dharmshala Chowk |
| Payment Mode | Digital (QR Code) |
| Key Destinations | Mumbai, Delhi, Lucknow |
| Transport Mode | High-capacity Parcel Vans (VP) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where is the litchi booking counter located at Muzaffarpur Junction?
The booking office is located in the room in front of the new Engineering Department building near Dharmshala Chowk.
What are the timings for litchi booking and payment methods?
The counter will operate from 6 AM to 10 PM. Payments can be made digitally using QR codes for direct transfer to railway accounts.