DHR Creates History with Highest-Ever Monthly Revenue of Rs 395.60 Lakh in May 2026

 Guwahati, 8th June, 2026:          

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR), the UNESCO World Heritage mountain railway under Northeast Frontier Railway, has created history by recording its highest-ever single-month revenue since its inception. During May 2026, DHR earned an unprecedented Rs 395.60 lakh, surpassing the previous record of Rs 358.60 lakh achieved in May 2025. The achievement reflects the increasing popularity of the heritage railway among tourists and railway enthusiasts from across the country and abroad.

The record-breaking revenue was driven by strong passenger patronage during the peak tourist season, particularly on the iconic heritage joy rides and regular passenger services operating through the scenic Darjeeling hills. The growing demand highlights the enduring attraction of the world-famous narrow-gauge railway and the success of Northeast Frontier Railway’s efforts to enhance passenger amenities and promote heritage tourism.

The revenue trend over the last five years demonstrates the remarkable growth of DHR. Revenue earned during May stood at Rs 319.64 lakh in 2022, Rs 358.18 lakh in 2023, Rs 288.58 lakh in 2024, Rs 358.60 lakh in 2025 and a record Rs 395.60 lakh in 2026.

With passenger demand continuing to remain exceptionally high, DHR is expected to maintain this momentum during the current month. Based on present booking trends and traffic patterns, revenue for June 2026 is projected to cross Rs 370.00 lakh, which would make it one of the highest revenue-earning June months in the railway’s history.

The historic achievement underscores the growing appeal of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway as one of India’s most celebrated heritage attractions. Northeast Frontier Railway remains committed to preserving the unique legacy of this UNESCO World Heritage railway while continuously improving service quality, safety standards and visitor experience. The strong revenue performance also reflects the important role of DHR in promoting tourism and contributing to the economic development of the Darjeeling region.