Union Budget 2025 Allocates ₹2.52 Lakh Crore to Railways, Approves 200 Vande Bharat Trains

The budget emphasizes rail safety, 100% electrification by 2026, and significant infrastructure expansion projects.

Indian Railways will receive ₹2.52 lakh crore in budgetary support for FY 2025-26, maintaining the same allocation as the previous fiscal year.
Plans include the introduction of 200 Vande Bharat trains, 100 Amrit Bharat trains, and 17,500 general non-AC coaches over the next two to three years.
The budget prioritizes safety with ₹1.16 lakh crore allocated for rail safety enhancements, up from ₹1.08 lakh crore the previous year.
Indian Railways aims to achieve 100% electrification by the end of FY 2025-26 as part of its sustainability efforts.
Additional infrastructure projects worth ₹4.6 lakh crore, including new lines, station redevelopment, and flyovers, are planned for completion within four to five years.