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Ashwini Vaishnaw Unveils Container-Based Fertilizer Transport For Faster Farmer Deliveries

Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced a major reform in fertilizer transportation by Indian Railways. Fertilizer bags will now be moved in steel containers instead of closed box wagons. Containers can be unloaded separately at multiple railway points, helping fertilizers reach farmers faster while allowing trains to continue their journey. The reform will also replace nearly 50 complex freight slabs with a simple per-tonne, per-kilometre pricing system. Weather-resistant containers will protect fertilizer from rain, simplify handling and provide safe storage. The move is expected to improve rake availability, reduce delays and strengthen fertilizer distribution across India. #AshwiniVaishnaw #IndianRailways #FertilizerTransport #Farmers #RailwayReforms #Agriculture #ContainerFreight #FertilizerSupply #LogisticsReform #IndianFarmers ----------------------- Thank You for watching! Do not forget to Like | Comment | Share ----------------------- About the channel Watch us for the best news and views on business, stock markets, crypto currencies, consumer technology, the world of real estate, bullion, automobiles, start-ups and unicorns and personal finance. Business Today TV will also bring you all you need to know about mutual funds, insurance, loans and pension plans among others. Follow us at: Website: https://www.businesstoday.in WhatsApp: whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va4Hd309hXFCqY62yD2I Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessToday X: https://twitter.com/business_today Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/business_today/