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Kanda Express carrying onions from Government buffer stock to reach Kolkata on 24 September

The Government of India is dispatching the Kanda Express, carrying onions from the Price Stabilization Fund (PSF) buffer stock, to reach Kolkata on 24 September 2026. This initiative aims to improve onion availability and moderate prices in Kolkata and adjoining districts ahead of the festive season. Onions are also being distributed via mobile vans and retail locations, part of a nationwide hybrid rail-and-road transportation strategy.

Why It Matters

This press release covers government supply chain interventions and buffer stock management, which may be relevant for economics or current affairs questions in competitive exams.

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In Simple Words

The Government of India is sending the Kanda Express to Kolkata by 24 September 2026 to boost onion supplies from the Price Stabilization Fund buffer stock. This helps ensure better availability and manages seasonal price pressures ahead of festivals.

Already, 1,400 MT of onions have been distributed in West Bengal via mobile vans at ₹35 per kg. Retail sales are active across multiple markets, and the government is exploring sales through Sufal Bangla. Nationwide, buffer stock onions have reached over 100 cities, stabilizing prices in 17 States and UTs.

Key Points

  • Kanda Express carrying PSF buffer stock onions is scheduled to reach Kolkata on 24 September 2026.
  • Around 1,400 MT of onions have already been distributed in West Bengal via NAFED and NCCF mobile vans at ₹35 per kg.
  • Retail sales in Kolkata are conducted at more than 25 locations including Koley Market, Mechua Mandi, Maniktala Market, Rampuria Market and Shyam bazar Market.
  • The Government is exploring retail sales of buffer stock onions through Sufal Bangla.
  • Targeted disposal of buffer stock through NAFED and NCCF commenced on 24 August 2026.
  • Buffer stock onions have been supplied to more than 100 cities across the country.
  • Retail onion prices remained stable or declined in 17 States/UTs over the past one week.
  • States where onion prices declined include Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Tamil Nadu and Bihar.

Exam Angle

Arrival destination
Kolkata
Scheduled arrival date
24 September 2026
Mobile van onion price
₹35 per kg
Disposal start date
24 August 2026

A. 24 September 2026

Source: Press Information Bureau

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