Kerala's railway system generated a significant revenue of Rs 3726.05 crores in 2023-24, up from Rs 3301.89 crore in the previous year. This increase is attributed to higher fares and the introduction of premium trains like Vande Bharat. Thiruvananthapuram division generated the highest revenue, exceeding last year's earnings by Rs 226.24...
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crore. Despite the increased revenue and passenger numbers, the state's rail network faces challenges in meeting the demand due to a lack of sufficient trains and inadequate amenities. Freight transportation, particularly of coal, cement, and rice, also contributed significantly to the overall revenue, generating an additional Rs 15.2 crores compared to the previous year.