Government Schemes and Policy · 26 August 2026

Centre Launches Kanda Express for Onion Transport

Exam-focused facts from the 26 August 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • The Centre is launching the 'Kanda Express' rail service to transport onions from Nashik to Delhi, Chennai, Kochi, and Guwahati.
  • The rail movement aims to increase onion supplies in high-price markets and prevent further price escalation.
  • The Department of Consumer Affairs is overseeing the initiative, with NAFED and NCCF having procured around 0.12 million tonnes of onions for the buffer stock.
  • The procurement price for onions has been revised from Rs 1,270 per quintal in May to Rs 2,645 per quintal last week.

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