'Kanda Express' to Reach Delhi Today Carrying 800 Metric Tonnes of Onions as Retail Price Rises 59%

Onion prices soar 59% in a year: Centre rolls out ‘Kanda Express’ to bring relief

Onion prices have surged significantly across India, prompting government intervention. The Centre is now deploying its Kanda Express initiative to boost supplies. Bulk onion stocks are being transported from Nashik to major consumption centers. These onions will be sold at Rs 35 per kg in retail markets. The government maintains a buffer stock and monitors prices closely.

Onion prices rise 59%: Govt sends 'Kanda Express' trains to 5 cities to cool rates

The Centre has begun sending buffer-stock onions from Nashik to five cities by rail. The move is aimed at easing wholesale rates after a 59% price rise and could later soften retail prices.

'Kanda Express' to reach Delhi today carrying 800 metric tonnes of onions as retail price rises 59%

The 'Kanda Express' was first launched in 2024-25 and has since been scaled up considerably. It was started to enhance logistical efficiency for large-scale onion movement. The number of rakes under this initiative has increased significantly.

KANDA EXPRESS: 840 Tonnes of Onions Head to Delhi as Prices Rise During Festive Season

<p>Rising onion prices are putting additional pressure on household and business budgets during the festive season, affecting consumers, restaurants, hotels and food businesses. With onion prices showing an upward trend, the government has stepped up efforts to maintain supply and prevent further price escalation. As part of the price stabilisation measures, a special train carrying 840 tonnes of onion from the government’s buffer stock is being…

Kanda Express To Bring Rs 35/Kg Onions To Delhi-NCR From Maharashtra

The all-India average retail price of onion stood at Rs 43.53 per kg on August 24, up 59 per cent from Rs 27.37 per kg during the same period last year.