Indian Railways has introduced special arrangements to transport the famous Shahi Litchi from Muzaffarpur to markets across the country, especially Mumbai. The Samastipur Division of East Central Railway added high-capacity parcel vans to the Pawan Express (11062/11061) to ensure the fruit reaches its destination in good condition. This move aims to support local farmers and traders by streamlining the logistics process.
What are the new facilities for Litchi transport?
The railway administration has implemented several changes to make the loading process easier for traders. The stoppage time of Pawan Express at Muzaffarpur Junction was increased from 10 minutes to 15 minutes. To avoid congestion, special booking counters were set up near Sadar Hospital Mode, operating from 8 AM to 10 PM. Additionally, a direct route from the main road via the RPF barrack to the platform was created for vehicles carrying litchis.
Key transport data and train details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Main Train | Pawan Express (11062/11061) |
| Supporting Train | Amrit Bharat Express (11032) |
| Parcel Van Capacity | 24 Tons |
| Annual Transport Target | Approximately 2000 Tons |
| Key Destination | Kurla Fruit Market, Mumbai |
Recent transport updates
On May 26, 2026, about four tons of Shahi Litchi were sent to Mumbai via Pawan Express. Earlier, on May 20, 10 tons were dispatched using a 24-ton capacity van. The railway also used the Amrit Bharat Express to send 2.5 tons of litchi to Panvel on May 22. Litchi Association President Baccha Prasad Singh and local traders Vijay Kumar and Mohammad Shakeel praised these efforts for helping the farming community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
पवन एक्सप्रेस में लीची के लिए क्या बदलाव किए गए हैं?
पवन एक्सप्रेस में 24 टन क्षमता वाली विशेष पार्सल वैन जोड़ी गई है और मुजफ्फरपुर जंक्शन पर इसका ठहराव बढ़ाकर 15 मिनट कर दिया गया है।
लीची की बुकिंग के लिए विशेष व्यवस्था क्या है?
सदर अस्पताल मोड़ के पास विशेष बुकिंग काउंटर बनाए गए हैं जो सुबह 8 बजे से रात 10 बजे तक खुले रहते हैं।