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Fleet Makeover: Rolling stock modernisation
The rolling stock segment of Indian Railways (IR) is undergoing a significant transformation marked by technological advancement, manufacturing strength and strategic intent. The focus has shifted from merely replacing ageing assets to developing faster, safer, […]
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On the Right Track: Making Indian Railways smarter and safer
Indian Railways (IR) is undergoing a major transformation, driven by a significant investment of Rs 2.65 trillion under Union Budget 2025-26. With allocations of Rs 750 billion for track infrastructure […]
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Railway Revamp: Progress in electrification, expansion and rolling stock modernisation
Indian Railways (IR) has made notable progress over the past year, driven by its sustained focus on infrastructure expansion, electrification, safety enhancement, and passenger-centric services. Over 3,400 km of new tracks have been operationalised, more […]
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Improving Logistics: Policy and technology advances drive freight expansion
Indian Railways (IR) has made significant progress in freight transportation during 2024-25. With consistent growth in freight volumes and strategic policy support, IR continues to strengthen its position as a key pillar of India’s transport […]
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Key Statistics: Rail safety and decarbonisation trends
Reduction in train accidents The average number of consequential train accidents during the period 2004-14 was 171.1 per annum, compared to 70.9 per annum during the period 2014-23. The average number of train derailments during […]
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Growing Fleet: Rolling stock trends and developments
The rolling stock segment has been steadily growing for the past few years. With the addition of new high and semi-high speed coaches and trains, and the launch of the Vande Bharat and Vistadome coaches, […]
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Expanding Scope: Measures to boost rolling stock production
Between 2012-13 and 2016-17 (till October 2016), the year-on-year growth in rolling stock witnessed a declining trend. However, in 2015-16 there was an increase in production, with wagon production recording the maximum growth of 32.5 […]