Indian Railways’ One Station One Product scheme is connecting local producers with millions of passengers, boosting sales, entrepreneurship and visibility for traditional products.

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• More than 2,300 OSOP outlets are operational across over 2,000 railway stations nationwide, creating wider markets for local artisans and small producers.
• The scheme has benefited more than 1.54 lakh individuals and recorded cumulative sales of approximately Rs. 162.39 crore through railway station marketplaces.
• Launched on March 25, 2022, OSOP uses Indian Railways’ extensive network to promote regional, indigenous and traditional products among passengers.
• The initiative began with a 15-day pilot across 19 stations before expanding nationwide through a structured rollout supporting wider producer participation.
• OSOP outlets showcase handicrafts, handlooms, textiles, toys, leather goods, jewellery, traditional products and regional food items from different parts of India.
• Regional products promoted include Madhubani paintings, Bhagalpuri silk, Gamosa, Mekhela Chador, Kota Doria, Channapatna toys and Kanchipuram silk.
• West Bengal has the highest number of OSOP units with 378 outlets, followed by Maharashtra with 205, Tamil Nadu with 199.
• Uttar Pradesh has 196 OSOP units, highlighting the growing participation of major states in promoting regional crafts through railway stations.
• Small producers can participate through rotational stall allotments, with registration fees ranging from Rs. 500 to Rs. 1,000 for 15 days.
• Digital payment methods including UPI, BHIM, POS machines and digital wallets are encouraged at OSOP outlets to make transactions convenient.
• The scheme is strengthening grassroots entrepreneurship by providing local producers with direct access to large and diverse railway passenger markets.
• Continued OSOP expansion is helping preserve traditional crafts, promote cultural heritage and create sustainable commercial opportunities through India’s railway network.