First direct freight train from India reaches Nepal Customs Yard, giving major push to bilateral trade
Jul 22, 2026
Marking a major trade milestone, the first commercial freight train from Kolkata arrived at Nepal's Biratnagar Customs Yard on July 20. Operating via the Jogbani link, it operationalises the amended India-Nepal rail transit framework, significantly boosting cross-border logistics, reducing transit costs, and strengthening bilateral trade ties.