New Delhi, July 2 -- Indian Railways continued to improve its operational performance during June, registering growth in both freight and passenger traffic.

Freight loading by the national transporter grew 4% to 142.21 million tonnes during the month as compared to 136.71 million tonnes in the corresponding month last year. Passenger mobility also rose in June as the railways carried 638.1 million passengers, compared to 623.7 million during the corresponding month last year.

"Higher freight loading, increased passenger traffic and continued augmentation of passenger services reflect Indian Railways' sustained efforts towards supporting economic growth, strengthening logistics and providing convenient travel options across the country,"...