Central Railway’s Scrap Drive Breaks Records, Generates ₹323.50 Crore In 6 Months

In just the first half of the financial year 2026, Central Railway shattered records with its largest-ever scrap sale, generating ₹323.50 crore between April and September. The railway zone proudly claimed the top spot among all regional railways in terms of scrap sales that same period. September alone saw an astounding ₹70.42 crore worth of scrap sales, the highest monthly figure ever recorded by the Central Railway.

This ambitious "Zero Scrap Mission" under Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 was launched to clear out unused railway materials from yards, depots, and workshops, ultimately improving the utilization of available space. As part of the mission, Central Railway successfully disposed of 4,884 metric tonnes of scrap, valued at ₹44.24 crore during the period from September 17 to October 2. The materials included old railway equipment, sleepers, iron, and other unserviceable items.

Each division of Central Railway played a part in the scrap disposal drive, with Bhusawal leading the charge, raking in ₹57.27 crore. Mumbai, Pune, and Nagpur followed closely behind with sales of ₹52.08 crore, ₹47.55 crore, and ₹46.08 crore, respectively. Additionally, the railway generated ₹1.11 crore from e-waste sales during the same timeframe.

Furthermore, Central Railway disposed of an impressive total of 23 locomotives, 62 coaches, and 70 wagons, alongside other obsolete materials. Railway officials highlighted that the consistent scrap disposal efforts have significantly contributed to enhanced cleanliness in railway premises while also freeing up valuable space in yards, depots, and workshops. The cleared areas can now be repurposed for better operational use.

The record-breaking sale not only showcases the financial benefits of systematically disposing of obsolete railway assets but also underscores the railway's ongoing commitment to cleanliness and space management.