Overview: Government’s initiatives aim to drive growth
Indian Railways (IR) is often described as the backbone of the country’s transport system. […]
New Initiatives: IR to address issues in freight and passenger segments
The railway sector holds a vital position in India’s transport infrastructure. Unfortunately, the sector has been beset by several challenges, which have led to a decline in its modal share from almost 89 per cent […]
Innovative Improvements: IR focuses on indigenising and modernising its rolling stock
Rolling stock production under Indian Railways (IR) has witnessed steady growth over the past five years. As of March 2022, IR’s rolling stock consists of 318,896 wagons, 84,863 coaches and 13,215 locomotives. The budgetary allocation […]