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Indian Railways Achieves Milestones in Safety, Modernization, and Global Expansion

With a 90% reduction in accidents, record freight capacity, and growing exports, Indian Railways solidifies its role as a global leader while maintaining affordability and sustainability.

Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasised that Indian train fares, that have not been increased since 2020, remain the lowest compared to neighbouring countries (ANI)
Union railways minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the current government has completed the construction of 97 Gati Shakti cargo terminals, with 257 new Gati Shakti cargo terminals under construction. (ANI)
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Overview

  • Indian Railways has reduced railway accidents by 90% through advanced safety measures like the Kavach system and infrastructure upgrades, including replacing 50,000 km of tracks and rebuilding 14,000 bridges.
  • Passenger fares remain among the lowest globally, with a 47% subsidy provided, ensuring affordability for millions while increasing general coach availability to serve poorer communities.
  • Indian Railways is set to become one of the top three global freight carriers, transporting 1.6 billion tonnes of cargo in FY 2024-25, alongside China and the United States.
  • The organization has emerged as a major exporter of railway equipment, supplying locomotives, passenger coaches, and underframes to countries including Mozambique, Bangladesh, and the United Kingdom.
  • Indian Railways is progressing toward its sustainability goals, aiming for net zero Scope 1 emissions by 2025 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030 through electrification and non-fossil energy initiatives.