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Kisan Rail (Rail Transport for Perishables)

Ministry of Railways

Why it matters

Send perishable produce to distant markets by refrigerated rail at subsidised freight, so small farmers can reach buyers across the country.

Launched

7 Aug 2020

Valid until

Ongoing

Benefit type

Market Access

Created by

Government of India

What you get

Multi-commodity, multi-consignor refrigerated rail service for perishables with freight subsidy support, enabling farmers to access distant, higher-value markets quickly.

Eligibility criteria

  • Farmers, traders and FPOs shipping perishables
  • On notified Kisan Rail routes
  • Freight subsidy as notified

How to apply

  1. 1

    Check Kisan Rail routes and schedules with the railways

  2. 2

    Book your perishable consignment

  3. 3

    Avail the subsidised refrigerated transport

Documents required

  • Consignment / produce details
  • Identity proof

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